GPS- Apprentice Press Operator

USA Today Co.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

Full benefits after hire date (medical

Medical, Dental and Vision

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is seeking a Press Operator (Apprentice or Journeyman) in Knoxville, TN to join the press crew. You will set up and operate the offset web press, perform basic preventive maintenance, and ensure color accuracy and product quality during runs.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of offset web press experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to work varying shifts. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years offset web press experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work varying shifts according to business needs.
• Skilled in troubleshooting.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret press layout and web leads.
• Make ready and operate offset web press.
• Monitor printed products and make adjustments as needed during press run to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance. Clean press after production run.

Skills

Press operation

Team player

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Aurosys

PECOM systems

MAN Roland RegioMan/GeoMan press

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 1, 2027 at 4:59 AM

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USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY , and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest , a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ , supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers viaDayforce . Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com

PRESS OPERATOR (APPRENTICE)

Knoxville, TN

Press operator (apprentice or journeyman) will be part of the press crew operating the press. They will set-up and operate the press normally but also involved with entry level preventive maintenance such as roller settings, cleaning units and changing blankets.

Ideal candidate has prior press experience on a similar newspaper press. Understand of color and understanding of offset printing. Must be able to read instructions in English and follow verbal instructions in English. Fast paced operation and must be good team player.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret press layout and web leads
• Make ready and operate offset web press
• Monitor printed products and make adjustments as needed during press run to ensure they meet quality standards
• Perform routine preventative maintenanceClean press after production run

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years offset web press experience
• Basic computer skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to work varying shifts according to business needs
• Skilled in trouble‑shooting
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills

Experience with the following is a plus:

• Operation of a 2;3;3 jaw folder
• Tension control of multiple web leads
• Aurosys and PECOM systems
• MAN Roland RegioMan or GeoMan press operation

The Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO (Paid Time Off) annually, increases to 25 days after reaching 3rd year anniversary
• Full Time Benefits with the company the first of the month following your hire date. Medical, Dental and Vision

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [e-mail] . Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.