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Press Operator

International Paper
International Paper Salary
Greensboro, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026
Position Title
JOB DESCRIPTION
Press Operator

Pay Rate
$30/hr.

Category/Shift
Hourly Full-Time

Physical Location:

4328 Federal Drive Suite 105

Greensboro, NC 27410

Role Overview
To ensure all finished product are printed accurately and meet all quality and customer standards.

Areas Of Responsibility
  • Match and maintain consistent color and quality of product
  • Machine operations including press register and efficient machine set ups
  • Understanding ink/water balance
  • Understanding LAB and Color Spectrum
  • Ensure all information and materials are properly gathered and utilized to run job
  • Direct crew members
  • Follow production schedule
  • Follow all safety rules and standard operating procedures
  • Housekeeping (organizing and keeping area neat and clean)
  • Fill out logs and checklist
  • Meet with incoming operator at shift change to discuss any issues that occurred during shift
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Perform other tasks as assigned

Education & Certifications
  • High school diploma, GED

Qualification & Experience
  • Basic maintenance skills
  • Ability to read and use ruler
  • 2 years previous offset printing experience / Manroland Presses
  • Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

LANGUAGE SKILLS Be able to communicate with supervisors and understand simple instructions. Be able to read and understand operator’s manual (Accommodations will be made to employees). Employee must also be able to write work orders and fill out necessary production paperwork.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Must be able to add and subtract basic fractions (5 5). Be able to use a calculator for addition, subtraction, multiplying and dividing.

REASONING ABILITY Be able to isolate and solve basic mechanical problems – Basic machine troubleshooting. Employee will be given a color perception test.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Employee must be able to lift up to 25 pounds from the ground above the head. This job requires some stooping, twisting and turning, repetitive wrist and hand motions including gripping, and standing on your feet all day. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Employee must wear protective glasses, safety vest, earplugs, steel toe shoes and bump cap. The plant is generally clean of debris and clutter, but the manufacturing process generates a fair amount of dust. There are hazardous materials in the manufacturing process (see MSDS book). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most of the work is inside the plant with occasional work (<1% of the time) outside. The plant is not climate controlled being chilly in the winter (above freezing) and is hot in the summer (non-air conditioned).

About Us
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build
Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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