Press Operator Salary
Job Description for Press Operator
Press operators' primary function is to safely and efficiently use a press to perform printing-related tasks required by their employer. It is essential for the press operator to have an excellent understanding of the machinery and be able identify tool wear or damage to prevent further issues. The press operator is also in charge of performing equipment setup and minor maintenance such as lubrication, cleaning, and adjustments. They update the press history sheet to ensure that any changes or adjustments are noted. When there is an issue or something does not seem correct, the press operator must know when and how to stop equipment and ask for clarification on the procedure or product. After each product is finished, the press operator should examine it to ensure the work was done properly. These professionals generally work full time in a factory environment.
Read More...Press Operator Tasks
- Set up, monitor, and maintain press to meet product specifications and timelines.
- Complete job run logs, including any mechanical problems and metrics for output, waste, and spoilage.
- Maintain and calibrate equipment, complying with all safety regulations and submitting orders for complex repairs.
- Inspect, package, and document finished orders.
Common Career Paths for Press Operator
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While Press Operators do not often become Production Supervisors, the job pays $51K per year on average. With an annual salary of $43K, Web-Press Operator is the most common role for Press Operators to subsequently assume on their way up the ladder. Transitioning into a Digital Press Operator role — which usually pays $35K — is also typical for Press Operators, though less common by comparison.
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Popular Skills for Press Operator
Press Operators report using a wide range of professional skills. Fortunate workers who know Printing command much higher paychecks, scoring salaries 62 percent above average. Skills that are correlated to lower pay, on the other hand, include Troubleshooting, Team Leadership, and press operator. The majority of those who know Machine Operation also know press operator and Printing.
Pay by Experience Level for Press Operator
Pay by Experience for a Press Operator has a positive trend. An entry-level Press Operator with less than 5 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $30,000 based on 363 salaries provided by anonymous users. Average total compensation includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay. A Press Operator with mid-career experience which includes employees with 5 to 10 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $35,000 based on 190 salaries. An experienced Press Operator which includes employees with 10 to 20 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $41,000 based on 213 salaries. A Press Operator with late-career experience which includes employees with greater than 20 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $46,000 based on 152 salaries.
Pay Difference by Location
Surpassing the national average by 55 percent, Press Operators in Minneapolis receive some of the highest pay in the country. Press Operators will also find cushy salaries in Los Angeles (+45 percent), Green Bay (+27 percent), Columbus (+26 percent), and Chicago (+17 percent). Press Operators in Indianapolis take home the lowest salaries, earning a whopping 23 percent less than the national average. Not at the bottom but still paying below the median are employers in Toledo and Grand Rapids (11 percent lower and 6 percent lower, respectively).
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Key Stats for Press Operator
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Female
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Male
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Job Satisfaction
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Rated 4 out of 5 based on 166 votes. |
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