Press Operator

Now hiring for a Press Operator

Location: Carson, CA

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule Details:

• 5 AM - 5 PM
• 5 PM - 5 AM
• 3 / 4 / 3 rotating schedule

Work Hard. Win Big. Feel Proud.
As a Press Operator in Carson, you'll help keep production strong and steady. It's hands-on work that builds skill and confidence with every shift. Join a team where effort gets noticed, and results matter.


Looking for Press Operator jobs in Carson where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.


If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Press Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.



Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and understand job tickets, production schedules, work instructions, and quality specifications.
• Basic math and mechanical aptitude required for measurements, machine settings, and production documentation.

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience in printing, manufacturing, production, or machine operation preferred.
• Knowledge of printing press operations, production workflows, and quality control processes is a plus.
• Experience handling paper rolls, sheets, inks, and production materials in a fast-paced environment preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues and work effectively within a team-driven production setting.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Capable of lifting, loading, unloading, and moving printing materials and finished products.
• Manual dexterity required for machine setup, adjustments, inspections, and material handling.
• Ability to work safely around moving machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Must be able to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Duties

• Assist with the setup and operation of printing presses, including loading paper, ink, and production materials.
• Adjust press settings such as ink levels, tension, and registration to ensure optimal print quality.
• Monitor press performance, identify production issues, and support troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime.
• Load and unload paper rolls, sheets, and materials while preparing equipment for production runs.
• Inspect printed products for defects, color consistency, and adherence to customer specifications.
• Stack, sort, package, and prepare finished printed materials for shipment.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep of press equipment and work areas.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory counts, and material usage logs.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and collaborate with production, prepress, and finishing teams to meet quality standards and delivery deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

"Great shifts and decent pay." - Staffmark Production Associate

What You Will Do


As a Press Operator you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.


The Press Operator helps keep manufacturing operations running efficiently by supporting production, quality, and material movement throughout the facility. This role requires strong work habits, flexibility, and commitment to workplace safety.


Successful Press Operator professionals understand manufacturing processes, quality standards, and production expectations while maintaining productivity and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Dependability contributes directly to operational excellence.


This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who enjoy production environments.