Offset Printing Press Technician
$56,160–$66,560 year
On-siteLewisburg, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Operate large-format sheetfed offset ink printing presses, managing feeder operations and back-end mechanical performance to produce commercial print and packaging products. Retrieve and install printing plates, blankets, and inks while fine-tuning alignments and setting up rollers. Continuously adjust machine parts and feeder mechanisms to guarantee precise paper feed at high volumes, diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues on the fly. Maintain a high standard of quality by monitoring print runs and assisting in the removal of discarded plates. Work Monday through Friday on the 2nd shift from 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM in a climate-controlled environment, collaborating closely with the Lead Pressman.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience operating, feeding, or assisting on large-format sheetfed offset printing presses
- Previous roles in a commercial printing, folding carton manufacturing, or large-scale packaging production environment
- Strong ability to calibrate equipment, adjust alignments, and independently troubleshoot mechanical issues on complex machinery
- Ability to take instruction, read technical job specifications, and communicate effectively to work as a unified team with the Pressman
- Monday – Friday
- 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Desired Qualifications
- Experience on 57”+ large-format presses such as Koenig & Bauer (KBA), Heidelberg, Komori, Manroland, Mitsubishi, or Ryobi
- Experience performing deep mechanical diagnostics and advanced pressroom maintenance
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