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How to hire a press leader

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

  • HR departments typically spend 15% of their expenses on recruitment.
  • It usually takes about 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
  • It typically takes 36-42 days to fill a job opening.
  • The median cost to hire a press leader is $1,633.
  • Small businesses spend an average of $1,105 per press leader on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
  • There are currently 9,035 press leaders in the US and 19,537 job openings.
  • Phoenix, AZ, has the highest demand for press leaders, with 1 job openings.
  • Gainesville, GA has the highest concentration of press leaders.

How to hire a press leader, step by step

To hire a press leader, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a press leader:

Here's a step-by-step press leader 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 leader job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new press leader
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    First, determine the employments status of the press leader you need to hire. Certain press leader roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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

    Hiring the perfect press leader also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

    This list presents press leader salaries for various positions.

    Type of Press LeaderDescriptionHourly rate
    Press Leader$21-35
    Production LeaderA production leader usually works at a manufacturing plant or a similar setting. They are primarily responsible for overseeing all processing operations and workforce performance, ensuring efficiency and timeliness... Show more$14-30
    LeaderLeaders pave the way for a company to achieve certain goals. They are in charge of bringing the organization to greater heights... Show more$23-73
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Safety Regulations
    • Press Operators
    • CNC
    • Production Schedules
    • Aluminum
    • UV
    • RAN
    • Punch Presses
    • Troubleshoot
    • Quality Standards
    • Quality Checks
    • Photoshop
    • Campaign Events
    • Quality Issues
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    Responsibilities:
    • Manage pre-press workflow and PDF / PS file conversation.
    • Lead Kaizen event to establish best practices for estimating methodology and reporting templates.
    • Monitor press for quality product and troubleshoot press issues to maintain customer requirements.
    • Skil in the proper use of tools require such as calipers, micrometers and proper gauges for extrusion.
    • Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
    • Work with Boms assisting peers pertaining to any documentation needing attention.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your press leader job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A press leader salary can vary based on several factors:
    • Location. For example, press leaders' average salary in illinois is 20% less than in michigan.
    • Seniority. Entry-level press leaders earn 40% less than senior-level press leaders.
    • Certifications. A press leader 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 press leader's salary.

    Average press leader salary

    $57,431yearly

    $27.61 hourly rate

    Entry-level press leader salary
    $44,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 24, 2025
  4. Writing a press leader job description

    A job description for a press leader role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a press leader job description:

    Press leader job description example

    The Post-Press Lead is responsible for being a leadership resource to team members, providing knowledge, experience, motivation, support and advice. The lead is responsible for knowing proper procedures for workers to follow and ensuring compliance. Additionally the lead will be responsible for training, organizing, meeting metrics, ensuring proper PPE, and enforcing all Circle Graphics policies and procedures.

    Work Schedule-M-F 7pm-5:30am
    Hourly Range: $19.70, $22.10 hour

    MANAGE POST-PRESS ACTIVITIES:

    • Organizing and delegating work to members of the post-press team
    • Checking shipment status in CGOM
    • Looking up missing jobs and/or requesting reprints
    • Assist with general post press production
    • Ensuring quality of finished product
    • Sending out email updates detailing the progress of production
    • Work on projects with PM's on efficiency, quality and safety
    • Training new and current employees in work processes and company procedures
    • Supervision and coaching of all subordinate employees
    • Assisting in periodic performance reviews for subordinate employees
    • Evaluating work product, speed, quality of work, etc. for subordinate employees
    • Assisting in any necessary disciplinary action
    • Ensuring that team follows all processes required by Circle Graphics
    • Ensuring that team follows all safety rules required by Circle Graphics
    • Ensuring security of facilities during designated shift hours
    • Motivate and lead team in meeting company metrics on safety, quality and labor

    EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:

    • High School diploma or G.E.D equivalent
    • Some supervisor/lead experience preferred
    • Lean/project management experience preferred

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

    • Must be able to speak English; bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred
    • Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
    • Thorough understanding of Circle Graphics process and policies
    • Required to wear Personal Protective equipment (PPE) with or without accommodations for extended periods of time

    It is the policy of Circle Graphics to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


  5. Post your job

    There are various strategies that you can use to find the right press leader 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 leader job on Zippia to find and recruit press leader candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    Your first interview with press leader candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

    You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

    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 leader

    Once you have selected a candidate for the press leader position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

    You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new press leader. 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 leader?

Hiring a press leader comes with both the one-time cost per hire and ongoing costs. The cost of recruiting press leaders involves promoting the job and spending time conducting interviews. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider the cost of press leader recruiting as well the ongoing costs of maintaining the new employee.

You can expect to pay around $57,431 per year for a press leader, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for press leaders in the US typically range between $21 and $35 an hour.

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