Lead Web Pressman

Social Influence•Manchester, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Web Pressman oversees the setup, operation, and maintenance of commercial web offset printing presses. The role is responsible for maintaining print quality, production efficiency, and safety while leading and supporting the press crew. The position is located in Manchester, Connecticut, and uses Komori web equipment. Available shifts are first shift (8:00 AM–4:00 PM), second shift (4:00 PM–12:00 AM), and third shift (12:00 AM–8:00 AM). The stated pay range is $25–$32 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years of commercial web offset printing experience.
Experience with Goss, Heidelberg, manroland, Komori, or similar web offset equipment.
Knowledge of heatset and/or coldset web printing.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and color management skills.
Ability to interpret job tickets and production specifications.
Strong communication and team leadership skills.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry 50 lbs or more.
Ability to work safely around industrial printing equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous press leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and oversee multicolor web offset presses.
Review job tickets, production requirements, materials, plates, and inks.
Perform press setups and changeovers while minimizing waste and downtime.
Monitor registration, ink density, color, web tension, and cutoff accuracy.
Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and print quality issues.
Train and support Second Pressmen, Roll Tenders, and Press Assistants.
Coordinate production priorities with other departments.
Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, roller adjustments, and blanket changes.
Maintain accurate production and quality records.
Follow all safety procedures and production standards.