Offset Press Operator- 2nd or 3rd Shift

Graphic Village • Cincinnati, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Press Operator, working in conjunction with the Press Helper, assists in the production of high-quality printing jobs, to meet customer and company expectations, in a cost-effective manner while meeting strict deadlines, on one of several large printing presses.

Requirements

• Knowledge of digital and offset presses, specifically 40” 6 color Komori sheet fed and 37” 5 color Ryobi sheet fed both with coaters.
• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment.
• Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience running a 6-color press

Nice To Haves

• Komori and Ryobi Press experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a single or multi-color offset press to print single-color, two color, and/or multi-color work.
• Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run.
• Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc.
• Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required.
• Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.
• Assist in the training of junior employees and be able to cover other positions in department for vacations or absenteeism.

What This Job Offers

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