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The ideal candidate will have experience operating web offset printing presses and a strong understanding of printing processes.\nDuties/Responsibilities:\nSet up and operate printing presses to meet job specifications and achieve high-quality printed materials.\nHandle the loading and unloading of paper and ink as required for each job.\nMaintain detailed records of daily production activities.\nMonitor press operations closely to ensure print quality, adjusting as necessary.\nConduct routine maintenance and cleaning of presses to optimize performance and prevent downtime.\nIdentify and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the printing process.\nAdhere strictly to safety protocols and uphold a clean and organized work environment.\nProvide training and guidance to press helpers as needed.\nCollaborate effectively with team members to achieve production goals and meet deadlines.\nMaintain accurate documentation of production runs and materials usage for record-keeping purposes.\nRequired Skills/Abilities:\nStrong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.\nKnowledge of printing processes, including offset and digital printing.\nAbility to read and interpret job tickets and production schedules.\nAttention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.\nAbility to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.\nExcellent communication and teamwork skills.\nPhysical stamina and ability to lift and move heavy objects as required.\nFlexibility to work various shifts as needed.\nEducation and Experience:\nUnderstanding of printing processes and equipment operation.\nProven experience as a web offset press operator in a printing environment.\nPhysical Requirements:\nRequiring full free use of hands and arms, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.\nPushes or pulls hand trucks, moves, handles objects weighing up to 1400 pounds and lifts to 40 pounds.\nDuties also require considerable walking, standing, and stooping.\nAdditional Information:\nThis is a full-time position with opportunities for overtime as needed.\nShift work may be required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.","company":"Cpdirect","rawCompany":"cpdirect","city":"Lanham","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-30T11:38:25.805Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-5112.00","title":"Printing Press Operators","slug":"printing-press-operators"},{"code":"51-5111.00","title":"Prepress Technicians and Workers","slug":"prepress-technicians-and-workers"},{"code":"51-9041.00","title":"Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"extruding-forming-pressing-and-compacting-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"}],"industries":[{"code":"323111","title":"Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)","slug":"commercial-printing-except-screen-and-books"},{"code":"323120","title":"Support Activities for Printing","slug":"support-activities-for-printing"},{"code":"323113","title":"Commercial Screen Printing","slug":"commercial-screen-printing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Press Operator","description":"We are seeking a skilled Press Operator to join our team. 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