Lead Offset Press Operator – Sheet-Fed

Piworld; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Meredith-Webb in Burlington, NC, is seeking a skilled Press Operator to set up and run our offset presses, ensuring each job meets quantity, color, and quality specifications. You will work on a demanding production floor and lead the press crew to maximize uptime and consistency.

Reporting to the Pressroom Supervisor, you will monitor print runs, perform routine maintenance, and uphold safety standards across multi-shift operations while delivering high-quality results for customers.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an offset printing press in a commercial setting.
• Able to read and follow written job specifications accurately.
• Color evaluation and adjustment skills on press.
• Mechanical aptitude for press adjustments and minor repairs.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run the offset press per job jacket specifications.
• Inspect plates for defects and escalate unreparable issues.
• Adjust ink flow, dampening, and packing to maintain color and density.
• Monitor run to keep sheets within specification.
• Lead and train the press crew for the run.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

Press operation

Color discrimination

Read specs

Mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

KBA equipment

Job description

Meredith-Webb in Burlington, NC, is seeking a skilled Press Operator to set up and run our offset presses, ensuring each job meets quantity, color, and quality specifications. You will work on a demanding production floor and lead the press crew to maximize uptime and consistency.

Reporting to the Pressroom Supervisor, you will monitor print runs, perform routine maintenance, and uphold safety standards across multi-shift operations while delivering high-quality results for customers.