Press Operator Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Press operator jobs in the U.S. are classified as skilled trade positions, which shapes which visas apply and how employers file. H-2B visa covers seasonal or temporary press work, while permanent roles can lead to EB-3 sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers in commercial printing, packaging, and publishing are active sponsors.
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We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the "Wow" Business
Pregis is Hiring!
Why Join Pregis?
Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
Job Title: Press Operator (Operator III)
Classification: Hourly
SUMMARY OF JOB
Under the direction of VP Manufacturing and or Dept Supervisor oversees hourly employees to ensure the production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance, customer specifications and delivery requirements, in accordance with EverTec policies and procedures.
Overview: Must have the technical ability to operate all types of converting line and finishing equipment within Pregis standards for waste, quality and productivity. Understands and adheres to all Standard Operating Procedures. Set up and operate all special functions and capabilities with minimal supervision or direction. Train other employees when requested or required to do so. Analyze issues, determine, and implement solutions. Provide innovative / creative solutions for opportunities and or improvements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Consistently demonstrates leadership qualities. Uses leadership skills to direct crews in the efficient operation of the company’s production equipment.
- Reads and understand all information on job ticket pertaining to a specific job. Ensures that all necessary components to produce the job are present. Does not move forward on any job with conflicting information.
- Fully understands how to achieve print quality and register equipment to produce required quality and can achieve acceptable registration within specified M/R standards.
- Has complete understanding and ability to operate all line ancillary equipment.
- Ability to effectively set up and operate all inline equipment (i.e., gluing, Labeling, Straub Applicators etc.) as well as rotary cutter with minimal supervision.
- Understands tension controls and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting cylinders and plates. Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
- Efficiently operates in line systems with minimal supervision.
- Maintains 100% of standards in productivity, waste, and quality standards. Accurately enters all codes for quantities, materials, and times onto required paperwork.
- Understands and demonstrates ability to accurately tracking line counts.
- Performs necessary functions to operate the line with minimal supervision. Establishes and promotes an environment for learning and process improvement. Consistently looks for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards set.
- Works within all safety guidelines and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
- Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations.
- Interacts well between shifts to gain and pass along all information to facilitate a smooth transition without interruption.
COMPETENCY (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
- Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others
- Promote positive teamwork culture
- Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
- Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture
ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to moving equipment
- Inside work
- Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Humidity may exceed 80%
- Noise may exceed 85dB+
- Personal Protective Equipment required
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Frequent standing, stooping, sitting
- Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)
- Occasional typing/keyboarding
POSITION TYPE
- Full time
- Shift work (specify hours/shift)
- Overtime expected per business demand
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
- 5-7 years of progressive responsibility and/or related experience
MS1
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT/INCLUSION
We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.
INTRODUCTION
We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the "Wow" Business
Pregis is Hiring!
Why Join Pregis?
Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
Job Title: Press Operator (Operator III)
Classification: Hourly
SUMMARY OF JOB
Under the direction of VP Manufacturing and or Dept Supervisor oversees hourly employees to ensure the production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance, customer specifications and delivery requirements, in accordance with EverTec policies and procedures.
Overview: Must have the technical ability to operate all types of converting line and finishing equipment within Pregis standards for waste, quality and productivity. Understands and adheres to all Standard Operating Procedures. Set up and operate all special functions and capabilities with minimal supervision or direction. Train other employees when requested or required to do so. Analyze issues, determine, and implement solutions. Provide innovative / creative solutions for opportunities and or improvements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Consistently demonstrates leadership qualities. Uses leadership skills to direct crews in the efficient operation of the company’s production equipment.
- Reads and understand all information on job ticket pertaining to a specific job. Ensures that all necessary components to produce the job are present. Does not move forward on any job with conflicting information.
- Fully understands how to achieve print quality and register equipment to produce required quality and can achieve acceptable registration within specified M/R standards.
- Has complete understanding and ability to operate all line ancillary equipment.
- Ability to effectively set up and operate all inline equipment (i.e., gluing, Labeling, Straub Applicators etc.) as well as rotary cutter with minimal supervision.
- Understands tension controls and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting cylinders and plates. Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
- Efficiently operates in line systems with minimal supervision.
- Maintains 100% of standards in productivity, waste, and quality standards. Accurately enters all codes for quantities, materials, and times onto required paperwork.
- Understands and demonstrates ability to accurately tracking line counts.
- Performs necessary functions to operate the line with minimal supervision. Establishes and promotes an environment for learning and process improvement. Consistently looks for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards set.
- Works within all safety guidelines and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
- Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations.
- Interacts well between shifts to gain and pass along all information to facilitate a smooth transition without interruption.
COMPETENCY (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
- Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others
- Promote positive teamwork culture
- Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
- Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture
ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to moving equipment
- Inside work
- Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Humidity may exceed 80%
- Noise may exceed 85dB+
- Personal Protective Equipment required
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Frequent standing, stooping, sitting
- Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)
- Occasional typing/keyboarding
POSITION TYPE
- Full time
- Shift work (specify hours/shift)
- Overtime expected per business demand
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
- 5-7 years of progressive responsibility and/or related experience
MS1
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT/INCLUSION
We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Press Operator Jobs
Document your press equipment certifications first
Gather operator certifications for specific press types you've run, offset, flexographic, or digital. EB-3 skilled worker petitions require two or more years of documented experience, and vague resumes slow PERM audits significantly.
Target commercial printing and packaging employers
Packaging manufacturers and commercial printers face persistent skilled-operator shortages, making them more willing to file H-2B or PERM petitions. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship filing history in this trade.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's PERM or H-2B filing must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your press role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the rate yourself so you can flag any offer that falls short before paperwork starts.
Understand H-2B timing for seasonal press work
H-2B is capped at 66,000 visas per year and split across two half-year periods. Employers filing for peak printing seasons, like holiday packaging runs, must submit DOL temporary labor certifications months in advance, so confirm your employer has started early.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated for PERM
If you completed trade training or apprenticeships outside the U.S., have those credentials evaluated by a NACES-member organization. PERM audits frequently target experience documentation, and a formal equivalency letter strengthens your employer's case.
Clarify who files what before signing
For EB-3, your employer files both the PERM labor certification with DOL and the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You file nothing at that stage. Confirm in writing that your employer is covering both steps before you give notice at a current job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do press operator jobs qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Press operator roles don't qualify for H-1B visas because they don't require a bachelor's degree in a specific academic field, which is the H-1B specialty occupation requirement. The visas that realistically apply are H-2B for temporary or seasonal press work and EB-3 for permanent skilled worker roles going through PERM labor certification.
What visa options exist for permanent press operator sponsorship?
EB-3 skilled worker is the main pathway for permanent press operator sponsorship. It requires at least two years of training or experience and no minimum degree. Your employer must complete PERM labor certification through DOL, proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS. Country-of-birth backlogs can affect your wait time significantly.
How do I find press operator employers who sponsor visas?
Browse Migrate Mate to find employers in commercial printing, packaging, and publishing with verified sponsorship filing history for press roles. Employers in those sectors face recurring skilled-operator shortages and are more likely to invest in H-2B or PERM filings than general manufacturers.
Does a press operator need a degree for visa sponsorship?
No degree is required for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship. USCIS requires documented evidence of two or more years of training or hands-on experience operating the specific press equipment relevant to the role. Certifications from equipment manufacturers, apprenticeship records, and detailed employment letters all count toward that threshold and are worth gathering before an employer starts the process.
Is press operator experience from outside the U.S. accepted for PERM?
Foreign work experience counts toward the EB-3 two-year requirement, but it needs to be verifiable. Your employer's attorney will likely request signed employment letters on company letterhead, translated into English if necessary, specifying your press duties and dates. If you completed vocational training or an apprenticeship abroad, a NACES-member credential evaluation can formally establish its U.S. equivalency for the PERM file.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Press Operator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.