Press Assistant/Feeder

RR Donnelley • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

RRD is seeking a Press Feeder for the first shift, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The role prepares the press for production by verifying job specifications and setting up the press. It involves inspecting press systems and paper, maintaining paper inventory and usage records, preparing and mounting paper rolls, monitoring paper flow, and installing replacement rolls as needed. The Press Feeder works with press operators, other Press Assistants, and maintenance personnel on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. Depending on location, the role may also assist with make-readies and adjust ink, solvent, or varnish to establish or maintain color. Employees must follow safety procedures and the requirements of their documented process in the ISO Quality Manual.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a printing environment.
• Some experience operating various hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Verify job specifications and set up the press for a run.
• Inspect the fountain solution, inking systems, paper rolls, and mechanisms related to the reels.
• Maintain proper paper inventory and record usage and spoilage on the SPC report.
• Unwrap and mount paper rolls and prepare them for splicing.
• Monitor the flow of paper during a run and prepare and install new rolls when necessary.
• Work with press operators and other assigned Press Assistants on preventive press maintenance.
• Assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and repairing the press.
• May assist with make-readies.
• May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to establish or maintain proper color, as required by location.
• Follow and promote safety policies and procedures, including hazardous-waste handling, lockout/tagout rules, and hearing and eye protection policies.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Follow the requirements of the documented process defined in the ISO Quality Manual.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employer/partner discounts
• Overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay may be included depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed