Machine Operator - Press Operator 2
About The Position
Phoenix Color is a full-service color printer serving the publishing industry and producing illustrated books and specialty commercial products. The Pressroom Operator 2 performs basic setup and maintenance for print jobs, operates press equipment, monitors print quality, and follows safety and production procedures. The position is based at 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742, and is scheduled Wednesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The stated starting pay is $25.75–$33.25 per hour based on experience, with a $1.00 per hour night-shift differential and potential performance-based increases at three months, six months, and during merit review. The role involves standing and walking during a 12-hour shift, lifting up to 60 pounds, and possible exposure to liquid chemicals or vapors. Phoenix Color describes the work environment as clean and safe and offers on-the-job training, with OSHA forklift certification as needed.
Requirements
- At least two years of prior pressman experience.
- Ability to stand and walk for a 12-hour shift and lift up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to read and understand written instructions and read a standard ruler to 1/16 of an inch.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Mechanical inclination.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Technical training with Heidelberg sheet-fed printing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic operations to set up and maintain a job run, including loading paper and hanging plates.
- Review job tickets and verify that ink and paper match the job; set up fountains, feeders, and plates.
- Check color specifications and determine how to conduct color matching.
- Run jobs using standard quality-control measures, including date stamping and checking for offset.
- Recognize and eliminate printing problems such as picking, piling, register issues, and other defects.
- Use measuring devices such as a blanket gauge, densitometer, durometer, pH meter, packing gauge, or micrometer as needed.
- Enforce standard operating procedures and assist operators when necessary.
- Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping functions.
- Report time and production results accurately.
- Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including family coverage.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Two weeks of paid vacation.
- $100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days.
- Company-provided tools and Phoenix Color T-shirts.
- On-the-job training and OSHA forklift certification as needed.
- Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and other activities.
- Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.
- Growth and promotion opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
