Machine Operator - Press Operator 2

Lakeside Book Company•Hagerstown, MD

10d•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Color is a full-service color printer serving the U.S. publishing industry since 1979. Its products include illustrated books and specialty commercial products, supported by in-house digital pre-press, UV printing, and finishing capabilities such as foil stamping, embellishments, and laminations. The Machine Operator (Pressroom Operator 2) sets up and operates press jobs, checks job specifications and print quality, identifies and corrects printing defects, and supports safe, efficient pressroom operations. The position is based at 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742, and works 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. 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.

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 aptitude.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Technical training with Heidelberg sheet-fed printing preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic setup and maintenance for a job run, including loading paper and hanging plates.
Review job tickets and verify that ink and paper match job requirements; 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, registration 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 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, and employee events
Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months
Potential performance-based pay increases at three months, six months, and during merit review
Clean and safe work environment
Work-life balance
Growth and promotion opportunities