Press Operator Trainee – Night Shift, $1,500 Hiring Bonus

Colonial Group; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Medical insurance

401K plan with company match

Job summary

Lee Enterprises seeks a full-time press operator or trainee in Grand Island, NE to run the printing press for the Grand Island Independent and affiliated prints. A $1,500 hiring bonus is offered. Must be 18+, able to lift 50 lbs, distinguish colors, and be flexible for night shifts.

Prior press or manufacturing experience is preferred, with training provided for aptitude. The role emphasizes teamwork, deadline-driven production, and maintaining a clean, safe press area while delivering quality

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to distinguish colors.
• Previous printing press and/or manufacturing experience preferred; training available for apt candidates.

Responsibilities

• Operate the printing press to publish the Grand Island Independent and other newspapers and prints.
• Load newsprint and set up pasters, reel stands, ink densities, and color registration.
• Fill ink fountains, set folders, plate making, and maintain a safe, clean press area.
• Work with the team to meet deadlines and customer specifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Color vision

Printing press experience

Manufacturing experience

Night shift flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Lee Enterprises seeks a full-time press operator or trainee in Grand Island, NE to run the printing press for the Grand Island Independent and affiliated prints. A $1,500 hiring bonus is offered. Must be 18+, able to lift 50 lbs, distinguish colors, and be flexible for night shifts.

Prior press or manufacturing experience is preferred, with training provided for aptitude. The role emphasizes teamwork, deadline-driven production, and maintaining a clean, safe press area while delivering quality