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Press Operator I

USA TODAY Co. and Careers
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/1/2026
|Current USA TODAY Co. Employees- Please ensure you are using our abbreviated process on the internal Careers site by logging into Dayforce through MyApps|

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com

Press Operator I
Gannett Publishing Services
Des Moines, IA

WE ARE OFFERING A STARTING HOURLY SALARY OF $21-24 PER HOUR BASED ON EXPERIENCE

EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION & GENEROUS VACATION

The Press Operator I position is assigned to learn & perform printing related tasks that include Newsprint reel set-up & operation; newsprint staging; roll preparation; plate processing; placing printing plates; basic ink setting; equipment maintenance; and other duties as assigned.

Objectives:
  • Work as a team to achieve on-time press performance and quality standards
  • Work as a team to achieve waste goals
  • Work as a team to make safety in our operation a top priority
  • Works as part of a press crew to coordinate press & plate operations during an assigned shift
Requirements:
  • Experience in web offset printing is desirable, although mechanical/production experience of any kind may be helpful
  • Candidates should have the ability to adapt to change, prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, remain flexible, and interact with people while demonstrating patience
  • You must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds and push a roll of paper
  • A press operator spends most working hours on his/her feet and is required to climb stairs on the six-level press structure
  • Operators engaged in press maintenance and some cleaning activities will be required to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
  • This position is full-time, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must be reliable, report to scheduled shifts on-time and ready to begin work
  • Color vision is required
Education:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
Related Experience:
  • Previous machine operation or maintenance experience preferred
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USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.

Salary : $21 - $24

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