Press Operator

The Press Operator is responsible for providing leadership on the printing press, ensuring maximum machine and raw material efficiencies are achieved while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.  The Press Operator will be expected to follow the production schedule, manage line changeovers to operate at maximum efficiency and produce a high-quality product. Safety, quality, and productivity goals will be expected.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verify tooling and materials are available before the start of set up
• Read and thoroughly understand the Job Ticket before starting each job
• Able to remove and mount print plates as needed
• Achieve optimal set-up, change-over, and wash up time
• Operate at the highest speed possible without compromising job quality and crew safety
• Produce jobs according to the specifications and instructions written on the job ticket
• Properly identify and “flag” product that has questionable quality
• Minimize unnecessary waste and spoilage of materials such as film, ink, chemicals, and other supplies
• Facilitate post-press operations with properly printed identification on rolls
• Perform routine maintenance/repairs and cleaning of the printing presses
• Maintain cleanliness and order in vicinity of the printing presses
• Accurately record all necessary job data
• Understands color and the instruments used to monitor or correct color during a make-ready and press run.
• Inputs accurate information into the data collection process.
• Responsible for maintaining and understanding all tools and instruments to operate and maintain the press.
• Cooperates with the pre-press department when interaction is necessary for job production.
• Works well in a team environment
• Adheres to all Company safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Works scheduled hours with predictable and reliable attendance
• Performs various special projects and other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Five years press operating experience