Apprentice, Analog Press

Join the Imagine teamGrayslake, IL
$17 - $19Onsite

About The Position

Based on daily production schedule, check, and stage all necessary components required for each job ticket at press site; to maximize productivity on press by minimizing press operators’ times in non-running activities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to interpret written instructions.
  • Multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.
  • Organizational and planning skills for self-directed daily activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow direction and acquire skills required to progress to operator status.
  • Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to visually inspect all work for defects and distinguish colors.
  • Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
  • Manual dexterity for repetitive work.
  • Frequent walking and standing.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous Pressroom experience

Responsibilities

  • Review job tickets for components required.
  • Ensure that proofs and/or samples are in the job ticket.
  • Inspect plates for any flaws, damage, or potential problems.
  • Pre-stage all components at press site readily available; to include print cylinders, mounted plates, stock, inks, tooling, and anything else required for the order.
  • Maintain inventory levels and physical storage of production components.
  • Upon completion of jobs, return production components to storage locations.
  • General plant cleanup duties, i.e., emptying trash containers, sweeping, etc.
  • Assist operators on press after staging priorities are completed to increase productivity.
  • Communicate with supervisors on job staging statuses as that may affect scheduling.
  • Identify missing components for alternative scheduling planning.
  • Advise supervisors when assistance is required to maintain organization of storage locations.
  • Work overtime or temporarily adjust work times as needed.
  • Respect and cooperate with individuals and assist others in reaching objectives.
  • Follow all safety rules/regulations, company procedures and policies.
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
  • Continually strive to learn and improve all processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision coverage
  • paid time off
  • disability insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • life insurance
  • other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
  • tuition assistance
  • caregiver leave
  • adoption assistance
  • employer/partner discounts
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