Experienced Offset Press Operator

Company Overview

MBI Direct Mail + Digital is a full-service direct mail, print, and digital communications company based in DeLand, Florida. We partner with businesses across a variety of industries to deliver high-quality marketing solutions, from production through final delivery.

Our team combines advanced printing technology, experienced professionals, and a commitment to dependable results. We value teamwork, efficiency, accountability, and attention to detail throughout every stage of production.

If you take pride in producing quality work and enjoy working with a team that shares those standards, we invite you to join MBI.

Position Summary

MBI Direct Mail + Digital is seeking an experienced Offset Press Operator to set up, operate, and maintain sheet-fed offset printing presses at our DeLand facility.

In this hands-on role, you will manage press setups, monitor color and registration, troubleshoot production issues, and help keep jobs moving efficiently while minimizing waste. The ideal candidate brings at least three years of sheet-fed offset press experience, strong mechanical skills, and a consistent focus on print quality.

The regular schedule after training is Sunday through Thursday, 4:30 PM to 1:00 AM.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate sheet-fed offset printing presses according to job tickets and production specifications.

• Adjust press settings, color, registration, and ink/water balance to maintain consistent print quality.

• Handle paper stocks and substrates, manage ink mixing, and complete press changeovers and make-readies.

• Monitor production runs and make timely adjustments to meet quality standards, deadlines, and production targets.

• Perform routine press maintenance and minor repairs.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, operational, and print-quality issues, coordinating with maintenance for more complex repairs.

• Work closely with the production team to maintain an efficient workflow and reduce spoilage and material waste.

• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience operating sheet-fed offset printing presses in a production environment.

• Strong knowledge of offset press setup, operation, and adjustment.

• Experience maintaining color consistency, registration, and print quality throughout production runs.

• Experience with paper handling, ink management and mixing, and press adjustments.

• Ability to identify and troubleshoot common mechanical and operational press issues.

• Ability to read and follow job tickets, production specifications, and quality requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and a focus on productivity and minimizing waste.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively with a production team.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 or more years of sheet-fed offset press experience.

• Experience independently completing press setups, changeovers, and make-readies.

• Advanced knowledge of color management, ink/water balance, registration, and print-quality troubleshooting.

• Experience producing commercial print or direct-mail materials.

• Strong mechanical aptitude, including preventive maintenance and minor press repairs.

• Experience working with a variety of paper stocks, substrates, inks, and coatings.

• Demonstrated success reducing setup time and material waste while meeting production standards.

• Ability to resolve press-quality issues independently and recognize when maintenance support is needed.

Compensation, Benefits & More

• Compensation: $22–$25 per hour.

• Benefits:

  • Vacation time.

  • Health insurance.

  • Dental insurance.

  • Vision insurance.

  • Life insurance.

  • Supplemental insurance.

  • 401(k) & Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 4:30 PM to 1:00 AM after training. Eight-hour shifts, with overtime and additional weekend hours as needed.

• Location: On-site in DeLand, Florida 32720.

MBI Direct Mail + Digital is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.