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How to hire a press feeder

Press feeder hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring press feeders in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a press feeder is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new press feeder to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a press feeder, step by step

To hire a press feeder, consider the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Follow these steps to hire a press feeder:

Here's a step-by-step press feeder hiring guide:

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

    Before you post your press feeder 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 press feeder for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A press feeder's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, press feeders 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 shows salaries for various types of press feeders.

    Type of Press FeederDescriptionHourly rate
    Press Feeder$12-18
    CompositorCompositors 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
    Screen Making TechnicianA screen making technician performs installations and repairs to maintain the smooth flow of operations at manufacturing facilities. Their responsibilities typically include conducting measurements and assessments, setting guidelines, troubleshooting problems, gathering and analyzing data, and maintaining records of all procedures and adjustments... Show more$12-19
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Press Operators
    • Hand Tools
    • Quality Checks
    • Offset Press
    • Offset Printing
    • Stock Specifications
    • RAN
    • Press Maintenance
    • Machine Operation
    • Delivery Mechanisms
    • Customer Specifications
    • Safety Regulations
    • Pressroom Equipment
    Responsibilities:
    • Manage the Morgan Stanley corporate twitter feed, @ MorganStanley.
    • Make sure the inks never run low and if run low place another container into the rollers.
    • Set up and operate flexo machine for operation and production of corrugate products
    • Mix ink for labels to match customers PMS standards.
    • Press helper on 40"six color Komori.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your press feeder job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A press feeder salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

    For example, the average salary for a press feeder in Michigan may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level press feeder usually earns less than a senior-level press feeder. Additionally, a press feeder with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

    Average press feeder salary

    $15.94hourly

    $33,157 yearly

    Entry-level press feeder salary
    $27,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 27, 2025

    Average press feeder salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1Wisconsin$35,263$17
    2California$32,267$16
    3Tennessee$31,986$15
    4Illinois$31,814$15
    5Pennsylvania$31,609$15
    6Arizona$31,391$15
    7Missouri$30,895$15
    8Virginia$30,215$15
    9Indiana$29,899$14
    10Michigan$28,660$14

    Average press feeder salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1Green Bay Packaging$37,228$17.902
    2ABS Graphics$35,039$16.85
    3Quad$35,010$16.8325
    4WestRock$33,656$16.186
    5NextPage$33,196$15.96
    6RRD$32,696$15.7291
    7Paulson’s$32,626$15.69
    8Tranzact$32,610$15.68
    9Menasha$32,482$15.623
    10Graphic Packaging International$32,475$15.6136
    11Everett Graphics$32,468$15.61
    12NESCO$32,468$15.61
    13Lahlouh$32,339$15.552
    14Sheridan$31,800$15.29
  4. Writing a press feeder job description

    A press feeder 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 press feeder job description:

    Press feeder job description example

    Hiring for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts! Differential pay offered for 3rd shift.

    Specific Responsibilities:

    · This position reports to and is responsible to the Printing Department Manager. Performs other duties as assigned by the Printing Department Manager.

    · Responsible for following all safety procedures as prescribed by Everett Graphics, Inc.

    · Ensure the following actions are taken with regard to safety:

    o Personal

    o Clothing

    o Machinery

    · Identifying in a proactive manner possible safety issues and taking actions to prevent problems and accidents.

    · Responsible for the quality control points within the scope of their position at Everett Graphics, Inc.

    · Responsible for reporting any food safety or quality related problems to a member of the supervision or management team.

    · Maintains work areas throughout the shift to GHP Standards.

    · Demonstrates the desire to hold positions of increasing responsibility through conduct of personal self, internal training and achieving the highest skill level.

    · Follow Press Safety Rules

    · Make-Ready Duties

    o Check board dimensions and thickness (caliper)

    o Load board for job and set feeder up accordingly

    o Change coating per job specifications as needed

    o Verify and record coating viscosity using #3 Zahn Cup

    o Assist in cleaning coating chamber for next job coating if needed

    o Assist in installing printing plates and coating blanket(s)

    o Check Side Guide Registration

    o Check and record conductivity of fountain solution. Alert Lead Press Operator if out of spec.

    · Run Duties

    o Operate Feeder for continuous Running

    o Continually check Side Guide Alignment

    o Maintain a clean and organized work area

    · Line Clearance Duties

    o Count and record feeder waste sheets

    o Remove scrap board from press to waste

    o Assist in removing inks from fountains

    o Assist in washing ink fountains and ink knives

    o Assist in washing rollers and blankets (when manual wash)

    o Assist in removing printing plates and coating blanket(s)

    · In the Printing Press Feeder absence, the 2nd Press Operator will accept the responsibilities of the position.

    Qualifications

    High school diploma or GED

    2-3 years printing press experience

    Good communication skills

    **We offer no cost English language classes**

    Company DescriptionFounded in 1980, Everett is a leading producer of innovative, folding-carton packaging solutions, designed and manufactured in Northern California. Our employees produce environmentally friendly packaging in partnership with startups and Fortune 500 companies around the globe in the food and beverage, health and beauty, pharmaceutical and medical, and technology and software sectors, among other industries. From structural design to manufacturing, shipping, and logistics, Everett has the tools it takes to create award-winning customized packaging solutions.
  5. Post your job

    There are various strategies that you can use to find the right press feeder for your business:

    • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
    • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
    • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your press feeder job on Zippia to find and recruit press feeder 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 press feeders, 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 press feeder

    Once you've decided on a perfect press feeder candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

    It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new press feeder. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  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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How much does it cost to hire a press feeder?

Before you start to hire press feeders, it pays to consider both the one-off costs like recruitment, job promotion, and onboarding, as well as the ongoing costs of an employee's salary and benefits. While most companies that hire press feeders pay close attention to the initial cost of hiring, ongoing costs are much more significant in the long run.

The median annual salary for press feeders is $33,157 in the US. However, the cost of press feeder hiring can vary a lot depending on location. Additionally, hiring a press feeder for contract work or on a per-project basis typically costs between $12 and $18 an hour.

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