Lead Press Operator – Large-Format Offset, G7 Expert, $2k Bonus

Standard Printing Company of Canton; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $2,000

Gainshare program

Shift differential pay

Alternate shift schedules

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Job summary

Standard Printing Company is seeking an experienced Head Pressman to lead press operations across our fleet of large-format, multi-color sheetfed offset presses. You will set quality standards, mentor press operators, and drive productivity on G7-certified production runs. Commercial Printing Experience Is Required.

We offer a $2,000 hiring bonus and a path for growth within a century-old Canton printer with strong values and a team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial offset press experience required.
• G7 color management knowledge is a significant plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor other press operators.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead operator and on-floor technical resource for the pressroom.
• Set up, operate, and maintain large-format sheetfed offset presses to G7 quality standards.
• Monitor and adjust color, registration, and ink density throughout production runs.
• Train, mentor, and develop press operators across all shifts.
• Collaborate with prepress, scheduling, and customer service to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery.
• Troubleshoot press issues and accelerate equipment concerns proactively.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety standards, and compliance with company policies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support ISO/quality management systems.

Skills

G7 color management

Leadership

Reading job tickets

Machinery troubleshooting

Color/print quality

Team mentorship

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Standard Printing Company is seeking an experienced Head Pressman to lead press operations across our fleet of large-format, multi-color sheetfed offset presses. You will set quality standards, mentor press operators, and drive productivity on G7-certified production runs. Commercial Printing Experience Is Required.

We offer a $2,000 hiring bonus and a path for growth within a century-old Canton printer with strong values and a team-oriented culture.