2nd Press Operator

Premier Press•Portland, OR

9d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Premier Press is one of the largest creative production companies on the West Coast, working with some of the most recognizable brands from around the world. If you’re someone who’s a self-starter, detail oriented and motivated to learn, this could be a great opportunity to work at an exciting and growing company. Visit our website to see our great work! http://www.premierpress.com Our Mission: Bring order to the chaos of creative production and distribution, making it easy to bring your brand to life. Our Vision: Create a world free from dull marketing. Our Values: · Go Beyond · Discover New Ways & Ideas · Respect Ourselves, Each Other, and Our Community · Deliver the Best Client Experience General Summary: The 2nd Press Operator supports the Lead/1st Pressman in the setup, operation, and maintenance of a 6-8 color, 40-inch Komori offset printing press to ensure high-quality production and efficient workflow. This role assists with press make-readies, monitors print quality, performs routine maintenance, and helps troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime. The 2nd Pressman works closely with the press team to meet production schedules working well under pressure within tight deadlines, follows safety and quality standards, and continuously improve press performance. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

Highschool Diploma (or GED equivalent), or relevant knowledge
Specific knowledge of printing, graphic arts and the variable print workflow gained either through formal study or job experience
2+ years providing extraordinary customer service
Availability to work swing shift, 2pm - 10:30pm

Nice To Haves

Experienced pressman, with in-depth knowledge of the mechanics and capabilities of offset printing presses.
Specific experience with Komori press is a big plus.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret job tickets and production instructions and assist with press set up and make-ready procedures
Assists in achieving "job ready" status by running samples to adjust print quality, registration, rule-ups, proof reading, color settings and mixings
Monitor pH and conductivity of fountain solution on press
Accurately enter daily production data into the shop floor system to indicate paper and ink usage
Assists First Press Operator to remove and replace worn rollers and adjust pressure between rollers of press, using appropriate hand tools
Clean and wash press components, including ink fountains and ink distribution rollers, using approved solvents and press cleaning mechanisms
Installs plates and blankets on press cylinders, using hand tools and power tools, to achieve pressure required for printing
Adjusts press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels., jogging device, tapes, and cams as directed by press operator, using hand tools
Fills ink and dampening solution fountains of press
Complete job ticket to include color, quantity (good vs. scrap), date, initial and forward printed material to appropriate department
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with company and safety standards
Perform preventative maintenance such as lubrication, cleaning and minor adjustments to rollers
Operate the press independently in the absence of the Press Operator, as qualified and assigned
Work as part of a team and participate in the company’s Continuous Improvement program
Other duties as assigned