Printing Press Operator Trainee: Launch Your Career

Interstate-Packagin; White Bluff (TN); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate-Packagin in White Bluff, TN seeks a Printing Press Operator Trainee to support wide-web/narrow-web processing, ensuring products meet customer specs. The trainee will learn setup and maintain operation of designated press equipment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, strong mechanical aptitude, color discernment, and the ability to lift 50–75 lb. The role requires standing for long periods, attention to detail, and precise measurement with rulers, tapes, and gauges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to distinguish subtle color variations.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs without assistance.
• Stand for long periods and perform physical tasks.
• Basic math skills and ability to read rulers, tape measures, micrometers and gauges.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support wide-web/narrow-web press processes.
• Perform basic visual checks for print defects.
• Monitor ink levels and assist with splicing at unwind.
• Prepare substrates, sleeves, plates, inks, and tools for jobs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the press area.
• Record readings and communicate issues to supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Color vision

Heavy lifting

Stand/walk long periods

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rulers

Tape measures

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Interstate-Packagin in White Bluff, TN seeks a Printing Press Operator Trainee to support wide-web/narrow-web processing, ensuring products meet customer specs. The trainee will learn setup and maintain operation of designated press equipment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, strong mechanical aptitude, color discernment, and the ability to lift 50–75 lb. The role requires standing for long periods, attention to detail, and precise measurement with rulers, tapes, and gauges.