Apprentice (Journeyman Press)

USA TODAY Co. • Canton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Press Apprentice learns and performs printing-related tasks to support efficient press operations and help achieve on-time production, product quality standards, low waste, and operational safety. Working as part of a press crew during an assigned shift, the apprentice helps coordinate press and plate operations. Duties may include newsprint reel setup and operation, newsprint staging, roll preparation, plate processing and placement, basic ink setting, equipment maintenance, and specified reporting. The role also involves preparing and printing jobs, setting up for the next production, handling materials with a tow motor (clamp or fork), and performing plate-room duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays on a rotation schedule.
• Ability to adapt to change, prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, remain flexible, and interact with people patiently.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds and push or pull up to 2,000 pounds.
• Ability to spend most working hours on one's feet, stand for long periods, and climb stairs on a six-level press structure.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for press maintenance and some cleaning activities, including in tight areas.
• Color vision is required.
• Must be reliable and report to scheduled shifts on time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in web offset printing.
• Production experience of any kind.
• Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers.
• Previous machine operation or maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the press, print jobs, and set up for the next production.
• Learn and perform printing-related tasks, including newsprint reel setup and operation, newsprint staging, roll preparation, plate processing and placement, basic ink setting, equipment maintenance, and specified reporting.
• Work with the press crew to support on-time press performance and maintain product quality standards and waste goals.
• Assist with plate, reel-room, and press operations as assigned.
• Perform tow-motor material handling and plate-room duties.
• Report to scheduled shifts on time and ready to begin work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED