Night Shift Print Press Operator

Lee Enterprises Inc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Enterprises Inc. is seeking a TW Press Operator for the Tulsa World pressroom. This night-shift role starts after an initial daytime training period, with responsibilities including loading pasters, mounting plates, guiding webs, and maintaining ink feed and press cleanliness.

The position emphasizes accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have basic mechanical skills, strong communication and teamwork, and the ability to follow policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Press or printing experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work night shift after initial daytime training.

Responsibilities

• Makes paster patterns and operates paster controls to load pasters and operate splicing sequence.
• Spot plates according to job press order and mount plates into the slot, locking up accurately.
• Lead webs and guide press webs across rollers for intended press configuration.
• Stir ink, check viscosity and monitor ink feed functions during runs.
• Clean press and related components and manage ink spills.
• Set up and maintain press operation before and during runs.
• Meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy in day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Attendance policies

Mechanical skill

Communication

Teamwork

Reading and writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Press or printing experience preferred

Job description

Lee Enterprises Inc. is seeking a TW Press Operator for the Tulsa World pressroom. This night-shift role starts after an initial daytime training period, with responsibilities including loading pasters, mounting plates, guiding webs, and maintaining ink feed and press cleanliness.

The position emphasizes accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have basic mechanical skills, strong communication and teamwork, and the ability to follow policies.