Litho Press Operator

Resource Label Group•Town of Smithtown, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Pressman to join our team in Commack, NY. In this position, the Pressman is responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce carton/box and related products.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
2+ years as a Pressman or 5-7 years as a Second Pressman
Minimum 3 years of lithographic press printing experience is required
Experience working with KBA sheeted press, 8 & 9 color is required
In depth knowledge of the mechanics and capabilities of press
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Strong mechanical aptitude
Requires experience running, troubleshooting, and quality control
Ability to understand written instructions and set up the press, and carry out instructions
Ability to regularly sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility
Regularly exposed to noise, dust, odors, and oils
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment (24-hour turnaround on product)
Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance
Excellent attendance and punctuality - accurately record work time on a daily basis
Able to operate a computer and time clock machines

Responsibilities

Read and interpret job orders
Determine quantity to be printed, stock specifications, colors, and special printing instructions. Enter all required job information into the computer system
Review and sign off daily time sheets
Installs and locks plate into position, using hand tools, to achieve pressure required for printing
Measures plate thickness and inserts packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing height.
Fills ink and dampening solution fountains and adjusts controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder
Removes and cleans plate and cylinders
Loads paper into feeder or installs rolls of paper, adjusts feeder and delivery mechanisms, and unloads printed material from delivery mechanism
Measures paper thickness and adjust space between blanket and impression cylinders according to thickness of paper stock
Adjust press throughout production run to maintain specific registration and color density
Starts press and examines printed copy for ink density, position on paper, and registration
Complete daily assigned jobs as scheduled to shift and produce within budgetary times
Demonstrate proficiency in quick changeovers to minimize waste of materials
Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required
Ensure all safety guards and kill switches are in working condition and in place
Record needed repairs for maintenance and scheduling of repair
Ensure maintenance department documents completion of repair on the maintenance log
Keep work area clean and organized
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards to ensure a high level of quality printing is achieved