How to hire a blanking press operator

How to hire a blanking press operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step blanking press operator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a blanking press operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new blanking press operator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your blanking press operator job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a blanking press operator for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A blanking press operator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, blanking press operators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents blanking press operator salaries for various positions.

   Type of Blanking Press Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Blanking Press Operator		$14-21
   Compositor	Compositors are the creators of a frame, shot, or sequence final image. They usually combine various digital elements to produce a believable picture... Show more	$11-40
   Printer	A printer is primarily responsible for printing materials according to project requirements. Although the extent of their responsibilities depends on their company or employment industry, it typically includes identifying the project needs, utilizing machines and tools, cutting materials according to size guidelines, and submitting materials to clients or managers promptly... Show more	$10-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Quality Checks
   • Customer Specifications
   • CNC
   • Quality Inspection

   Responsibilities:

   • Operate heavy machinery such as bobcat equipment and also operate and pave asphalt perform demolition work.
   • Press operator on misc multicolore Heidelberg and Komori presses

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your blanking press operator job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A blanking press operator salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, blanking press operators' average salary in alabama is 37% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level blanking press operators earn 33% less than senior-level blanking press operators.
   • Certifications. A blanking press operator with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a blanking press operator's salary.

   Average blanking press operator salary

   $37,424yearly

   $17.99 hourly rate

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   Entry-level blanking press operator salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a blanking press operator job description

   A blanking press operator job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a blanking press operator job description:

   Blanking press operator job description example

   Blanker Operator FULL-TIME
   $18.45/hr Starting wage $19.50 plus shift differential and progressive pay increases. There is the ability to achieve $21.35/hr in your first year. Pack finished blanks by hand into the cart and complete required paperwork; once full, pushcart to the staging area to be retrieved by Warehouse.
   Follow blanker schedule and prep paper rolls. Communicate with materials handler to ensure appropriate materials are on hand; utilize roll pusher to roll paper to into place.
   Splice paper and monitor roll levels making adjustments as needed.
   Remove blanked paper and ensure quality of print and product; adjust machine as needed to correct quality and production issues
   Maintain housekeeping and ensure work area and equipment are kept clean.
   Responsible for assuring production of products consistent with established food safety, sanitation and quality standards.
   Other duties as assigned. REM-03 WS-03
   Schedule
   Shift start: 7:00PM
   Shift length: 12 hours
   12 hour continuous rotating shift. Mon. - Sun. 2 days on 2 days offf, every other weekend (Sat-Mon)
   Benefits
   Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 60 days Paid time off 401(k) plan
   Qualifications
   Must pass drug screen (cannabis included) Must pass background check Can lift 25 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
   
   About Graphic Packaging International
   Graphic Packaging International is committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, they are a leading global provider of paper-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products for food, beverage, foodservice and other consumer products companies. They strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in their industry and in the communities where they operate. Graphic Packaging has approximately 17,000 employees working in more than 60 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim. They are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the best in the industry to reward the talented people who make their company successful.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right blanking press operator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with blanking press operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit blanking press operators who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your blanking press operator job on Zippia to find and recruit blanking press operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit blanking press operators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new blanking press operator

   Once you've found the blanking press operator candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new blanking press operator. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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