Printing/Lithographic Press Operator I pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32000845
- Class code
- 32000845
- Pay group
- NC01
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for Printing/Lithographic Press Operator I is $31,200 to $48,810 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32000845.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 06/2016.
What the state says the job is
This is skilled work in the operation of a medium-size offset press in a print shop or assisting in the operation of the largest offset printing press. Employees are responsible for printing books, magazines, brochures, maps, and other printed materials on a single-color offset press with a maximum sheet size of 19 x 25 or a two-color offset press with a maximum sheet size of 17 x 22. Work in this class normally involves straight line copy work, reproduction of half tones, large solids, screened tints, color overlay, and multi-color work which requires very close registration. Employees perform preventative maintenance on the press as required. Work may involve training other employees to learn the operation of the offset press. Work may also involve performing other lithographic operations when necessary such as computer to plate (CTP) making, camera work, stripping, or plate making.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of and skill in the operation of a medium offset printing press. Considerable knowledge of the basic principles and fundamentals of lithographic printing operations. Considerable knowledge of the various kinds and grades of paper and ink. Ability to detect in printed materials while in process and make adjustments to correct them. Ability to understand and effectively follow oral and written instructions. A mechanical aptitude and physical stamina to lift, stand, and bend under light physical strain.
Minimum qualifications
High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and three years of experience in the operation of a small offset press; or completion of a two-year graphic arts course and one year of experience operating a medium lithographic press; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.