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Offset Printing Press Technician

Laborup

Lewisburg, TNFull-time$27–32/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$27–32/hr
Location
Lewisburg, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Laborup is hiring an Offset Printing Press Technician. Laborup is seeking an experienced Offset Printing Press Technician to join their 2nd-shift team. This role involves operating large-format sheetfed offset ink printing presses, taking ownership of feeder operations and back-end mechanical performance. The technician will ensure smooth press operation, including staging materials, installing plates, fine-tuning alignments, and setting up rollers, to produce commercial print and packaging products.

Key focus areas include Take primary ownership of the back of the machine, ensuring continuous, precise paper loading and feeding for large-format printing jobs., Retrieve and install printing plates, packing sheets, blankets, inks, and assist the Pressman in setting up the rollers., and Continuously adjust machine parts, alignment, and feeder mechanisms to guarantee precise, flawless paper feed at high volumes..

Important skills include Feeder & Back-End Operation, Press Setup & Make-Ready, Mechanical Calibration, Technical Troubleshooting, Lockstep Collaboration, and Quality Control.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Feeder & Back-End OperationPress Setup & Make-ReadyMechanical CalibrationTechnical TroubleshootingLockstep CollaborationQuality ControlMechanical AptitudeCollaborationCommunicationKBAHeidelbergKomoriManrolandMitsubishiRyobiDeep Mechanical DiagnosticsAdvanced Pressroom Maintenance

Qualifications

Experience Operating Large-Format Sheetfed Offset Printing PressesCommercial Printing BackgroundFolding Carton Manufacturing BackgroundLarge-Scale Packaging Production BackgroundExperience on 57"+ Large-Format Presses

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Summary

We’re hiring an experienced Offset Printing Press Technician to join our 2nd-shift team, operating large-format sheetfed offset ink printing presses.

Working with the Lead Pressman, you’ll take ownership of the feeder operations and back-end mechanical performance of industry-leading equipment to produce commercial print and packaging products. You’ll keep the press running smoothly, handling everything from staging materials and installing plates to fine-tuning alignments and setting up rollers.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on top-tier, large-format industrial presses (like KBA, Heidelberg, or Komori).

  • Work in a climate-controlled, highly organized, and state-of-the-art production environment.

  • Relationship-oriented business with long-tenured leadership, a low-chaos environment, and a deep commitment to quality. Compensation

  • $27 – $32 / hr depending on experience

  • Overtime opportunities available based on production needs Shifts

  • Monday – Friday

  • 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Responsibilities

  • Feeder & Back-End Operation: Take primary ownership of the back of the machine, ensuring continuous, precise paper loading and feeding for large-format printing jobs.
  • Press Setup & Make-Ready: Retrieve and install printing plates, packing sheets, blankets, inks, and assist the Pressman in setting up the rollers.
  • Mechanical Calibration: Continuously adjust machine parts, alignment, and feeder mechanisms to guarantee precise, flawless paper feed at high volumes.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Act as secondary owner of the press's overall mechanical health by diagnosing and resolving mechanical and feeding issues on the fly, as well as performing routine maintenance and minor repairs.
  • Lockstep Collaboration: Communicate seamlessly and constantly with the Lead Pressman to execute jobs efficiently and safely.
  • Quality Control: Maintain a high standard of quality, assist in monitoring print runs, and safely manage the removal and recycling of discarded plates. Requirements

Qualifications

Required

  • Experience: Proven experience operating, feeding, or assisting on large-format sheetfed offset printing presses.

  • Industry Background: Previous roles in a commercial printing, folding carton manufacturing, or large-scale packaging production environment.

  • Mechanical Aptitude: Strong ability to calibrate equipment, adjust alignments, and independently troubleshoot mechanical issues on complex machinery.

  • Teamwork & Communication: Ability to take instruction, read technical job specifications, and communicate effectively to work as a unified team with the Pressman. Preferred

  • Machine Familiarity: Experience on 57”+ large-format presses such as Koenig & Bauer (KBA), Heidelberg, Komori, Manroland, Mitsubishi, or Ryobi.

  • Advanced Maintenance: Experience performing deep mechanical diagnostics and advanced pressroom maintenance. Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision

  • 401(k) with match

  • PTO

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