Set up and operate digital, letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure, or other printing machines. Includes short-run offset printing presses.
Printing Press Operators
SOC: 51-5112 O*NET: 51-5112.00
Median Salary
$45,160
per year
Job Growth
📉 -8.1%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
13.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Set up and operate digital, letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure, or other printing machines. Includes short-run offset printing presses.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$27,096
25th
$36,128
50th (Median)
$45,160
75th
$54,192
90th
$67,740
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:150,200
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-8.1%
Annual Openings:13,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)150,200
Current
2034 (Projected)138,000
-8.1%
-12,200
Employment Change
-8.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Operation and Control
Operation and Control
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Repairing
Repairing
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Mechanical
✓
Production and Processing
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year