Press Operator

The Press Operator has overall accountability for all activities related to operating the hybrid label press efficiently, safely and accurately. This individual plays a vital role in our client satisfaction and meeting business goals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Examines production schedules to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specification, colors and color sequences.
• Select and install printing plates, rollers, feed guides, gauges etc.. according to specifications.
• Monitor feeding, printing and racking processes of presses in order to maintain specified operating levels and detect malfunctions; make any necessary adjustments.
• Visually inspects and examine printed materials for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications and external defects. Advises supervisor of inconsistencies such as cutoff, folds, back-up, page folio, color, poor-quality raw material and register consistency.
• Maintain production speeds, waste and output (effective feet/minute). Ensures standard operating conditions are followed per job.
• Perform proper machine start-up and shut down procedures.
• Assist in making minor repair, cleans work area and equipment adjustments.
• Operates mechanical lifting devices such as pallet jacks to move materials.
• Loads and unloads materials from pallets by hand.
• Documents and maintains accurate count of printed product and spoilage.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least one year of press experience (experience with digital printing a plus).
• Digital Print Production
• Print Bindery & Finishing
• Post-Press Equipment

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to lift 55 pounds.
• Must be able to perform well under deadline constraints and meet quality standards.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends.
• Color vision acuity.
• Job involves standing most of the shift.
• Mechanical aptitude and agility to move around press units.

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience