Press Operator

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

Press Operator responsible for leading the operation of a printing press at Graphic Packaging International. Duties include setup, quality control, and training crew members.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeStaunton • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating and maintaining printing presses, ensuring adherence to quality control and safety standards. Capable of troubleshooting printing issues and providing effective training and guidance to crew members.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Press OperationQuality Control ProceduresTroubleshooting SkillsColor Management SystemMechanical Aptitude

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Hard Skills

Printing ProcessesMathematical FunctionsPress Console FunctionsJob Logs CompletionPreventative Maintenance

Soft Skills

Enhanced Listening SkillsAbility to Follow Directions

Tools & Technologies

Quality Management System

Industry Keywords

Production SchedulesCustomer SatisfactionSafety RequirementsCrew TrainingPress Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for a wide variety of production related tasks
Verifies and follows production schedules, job specifications and instructions
Responsible for make-ready, set up and operation of press
Follows quality control procedures to obtain high quality and ensure customer satisfaction
Monitors all printing and press related processes and makes necessary adjustments
Performs basic troubleshooting
Completes job logs, production and quality paperwork
Responsible for all cleaning, preventative maintenance of presses
Provides direction, training, guidance to crew members
Follows all company safety requirements
Comply with all company rules and regulations
Performs other duties as required to achieve the overall goals and objectives of the company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficient in reading, writing and speaking to receive and give directions and instructions
Perform mathematical functions as related to press operations
Ability to troubleshoot and solve printing problems
Enhanced listening skills and ability to follow directions
Safely perform all tasks on and around press equipment
Knowledge of printing processes
Mechanical aptitude
Understands and operates Color Management System
Understands and operates Quality Management System
Understands and operates Press Console Functions
Understands all technical functions of printing press

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
401(k) w/employer matching
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Various Voluntary benefits
Adoption Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year