Press Operator

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

Press Operator responsible for the safe operation of the press and ensuring quality standards. Working at Graphic Packaging International focusing on productivity and efficiency in manufacturing.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeVisalia • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating printing presses while ensuring quality and productivity standards. Capable of performing maintenance, housekeeping, and clerical tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Press OperationQuality ControlPallet Jack UtilizationHousekeeping DutiesManufacturing Experience

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Hard Skills

Press OperationQuality ControlMaintenance TasksHousekeepingClerical Tasks

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedAbility to Multi-Task

Tools & Technologies

Pallet Jack

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentConcrete FlooringWeight LiftingHigh-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Press Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the press while meeting the standards in quality and productivity.
The Press Operator examines job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
Press Operator loads and unloads paper rolls, checks pH and viscosity and completes all necessary paperwork.
The Press Operator will also perform housekeeping, pre-press and maintenance related duties.
The Press Operator may be required to perform other necessary tasks throughout the plant including cleaning, general housekeeping duties, painting, sorting, cup-by-cup, lid-by-lid or tasks of a clerical nature.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ yrs previous experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
Must be able to stand on concrete flooring for long periods of time with scheduled breaks
Prior experience utilizing pallet jack —highly preferred
Must be able to walk around machine/equipment frequently; surfaces are mostly concrete
Must be able lift/carry weight approximately 35 lbs; the average distance carried is approximately 15 feet.
Must be able to climb a flight of metal steps leading up to a platform at the top of the machine.
Must be able to perform a forward bend momentarily up to 90 degrees.
Must be able to kneel to perform repairs/cleaning/housekeeping tasks.
Must have the ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment
Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
Overtime will be required as necessary including weekends.

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