Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK
Job overview
The Press Operator II at Gannett operates and maintains Goss Colorliner presses to ensure high-quality printed products and efficient production.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves preparing, operating, cleaning, and maintaining presses, ensuring quality, meeting schedules, conserving materials, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers $22-$26 per hour depending on experience and skill level, with no additional benefits explicitly mentioned in the description.
Experience and skills
Requires a high school education or equivalent, mechanical ability, computer familiarity, ability to lift heavy weights, and color vision; experience in web offset printing is desirable but not mandatory.
Work environment and culture
Gannett emphasizes diversity, equal opportunity, and a safe, clean working environment with a focus on community enrichment and teamwork.
Company information
Gannett Co., Inc. is a diversified media company operating USA TODAY NETWORK and other media brands, providing content, marketing solutions, and events.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Lakeland, FL, involving physical work on a six-level press structure with standing, climbing, and confined space activities.
Application process
Applications should be completed on Gannett Careers via Dayforce; external job board postings may not be valid; accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or religious needs.
Unique job features
The role requires physical stamina, mechanical skills, and adaptability to changing tasks in a pressroom environment.
Company overview
Gannett, operating under the USA TODAY NETWORK, is a leading media and marketing solutions company that publishes newspapers, websites, and mobile applications. They generate revenue through advertising, subscriptions, and marketing services. Founded in 1906, Gannett has grown to become one of the largest newspaper publishers in the U.S., known for its flagship national newspaper, USA TODAY. The company has a significant digital presence and focuses on delivering high-quality journalism and innovative marketing solutions.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize mechanical aptitude, experience with web offset printing or production environments, and your ability to operate and maintain printing presses like the Goss Colorliner.
Highlight your physical stamina and ability to handle demanding tasks such as lifting heavy weights, climbing multi-level structures, and working in confined spaces, as these are critical for the Press Operator II role.
Apply through multiple channels including the official Gannett Careers site via Dayforce and LinkedIn to ensure your application is seen by the right recruiters and avoid invalid postings on other external sites.
Connect with current pressroom staff or the operations team at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK on LinkedIn to inquire about the role and company culture; ice breakers could include asking about their experience working with the Goss Colorliner press or how they maintain quality under tight production schedules.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'web offset printing,' 'press operation,' 'mechanical readiness,' 'Goss Colorliner,' and 'production schedule adherence' to improve screening success.
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