Job Title: Printing Press Operator

Job Description

This role operates at the end of the printing press line to ensure that the correct colors in the machine transfer accurately to paper and that all work meets specified quality standards. The Printing Press Operator sets up and operates assigned printing equipment, reads and interprets job tickets and memos, and makes mechanical adjustments to maintain consistent print quality and color accuracy throughout each production run.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate assigned printing press equipment according to job specifications and production schedules.

• Monitor the end of the press line to ensure that colors are correctly transferred from the machine to the paper.

• Read and comprehend job tickets and memos to understand customer requirements, color standards, and production details.

• Make mechanical adjustments to the press to maintain required quality, registration, and color consistency.

• Perform light troubleshooting on the press to resolve minor mechanical or operational issues during production.

• Inspect printed materials regularly to verify that quality and color meet established specifications.

• Collaborate with team members and leaders to support efficient press operations and timely completion of jobs.

• Follow all workplace procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe, clean, and organized production area.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with printing press operation or similar machine operation in a production environment.

• Ability to set up and adjust printing equipment to meet job specifications.

• Ability to read and comprehend job tickets, memos, and basic production documentation.

• Basic mechanical aptitude to make adjustments that ensure print quality and color accuracy.

• Light troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve minor issues with the press.

• Strong attention to detail, particularly in reviewing color, registration, and overall print quality.

• Ability to distinguish and evaluate colors accurately.

• Reliable, consistent work habits suitable for a structured shift schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Offset printing experience is a strong plus.

• Experience specifically with offset printing presses rather than only digital printing equipment.

• Previous experience in a print production or manufacturing environment.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a new and growing team.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes, equipment, and leadership.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a relaxed, climate-controlled production environment with supportive leadership and the opportunity to grow alongside new leaders. The team-oriented culture values collaboration, open communication, and continuous improvement. Joining this organization means becoming part of a newly forming team where your contributions can have a visible impact on processes and outcomes, while you work in a comfortable, stable setting.

Work Environment

This position works on 2nd shift, typically from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The facility is climate controlled, providing a comfortable and consistent work temperature throughout the year. The environment is described as relaxed, with approachable leaders and a focus on teamwork and mutual support. Work takes place on and around offset printing presses and related equipment, requiring time spent standing, moving around the press area, and handling printed materials. The setting is a production floor where safety procedures and appropriate work attire suitable for a manufacturing and print environment are expected.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lewisburg, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lewisburg,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.