Press Operator

Press Operator Lee Enterprises Inc United States, Tennessee, Bristol Apr 07, 2026 The Bristol Herald Courier is seeking a press operator to join our team. Our press operator is a vital role in the production of our and other newspapers and various other print products. A press operator will be required to operate and maintain press components and controls, quickly grasp a thorough understanding of every component in the Pressroom, maintain a commitment to quality and work within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret layouts
• Set black and color inks to assigned density standards
• Monitor quality of products in real time
• Inspect rolls of newsprint for damage, load rolls and adjust controls in accordance with layout and production demands.
• Place and install plates
• Keep the press and Pressroom clean Necessary Knowledge and Experience
• Basic PC Skills
• Experience in a Production or Mechanical environment
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in the printing industry preferred EOE recblid yyap2d85tkfrt84mb64ofufw6sqht3