Printing Press Operator

Printing Press Operator Job Description:

The Printing Press Operator is responsible for setting up the press correctly to run jobs and maintaining a smooth operation of the press.

Expectations:

• Proficient in math and units of measurement
• Set up, control press and console operations
• Knowledge of color theory, common printing issues and troubleshooting
• A high personal standard of quality
• Responsible for performing machine make ready, achieving run speed standards, productivity efficiencies, and more importantly, achieving customer requirements and quality standards
• Good understanding of pre-press functions.
• Monitors the product for quality while minimizing waste and rework
• Ability to interact with team members in a professional manner
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as a team
• Must be able to push, pull, lift or carry up to as much as 60 pounds occasionally
• Able to work in a fast pace, high pressure environment

· Organization, prioritization, and time management skills

· Eagerness to work and learn, and comfortably handling a variety of responsibilities as they arise

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow work instructions on job ticket
• Verify paper type/other document specifications
• Monitor quality of product being produced
• Deliver product to next routing area
• Replace toner when necessary.
• Adjust settings on computer software for press specifications and quality needs

· Highly detail oriented with critical degree of accuracy

· Must thrive in a deadline-driven work environment

· Notify management of any conditions that adversely affect product quality

· Learn color registration

· Responsible for general maintenance and housekeeping

· Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person