Press Assistant 3rd Shift

RR Donnelley•West Bend, WI

About The Position

The Press Assistant prepares presses for production runs by verifying job specifications and setting up equipment. The role inspects fountain solution, inking systems, paper rolls, and reel mechanisms; maintains paper inventory; and records usage and spoilage on SPC reports. The Press Assistant ensures paper rolls are unwrapped, mounted, and ready to be spliced, monitors paper flow during runs, and prepares and installs replacement rolls as needed. Working with press operators and other Press Assistants, this position supports preventative maintenance and may assist maintenance personnel with press troubleshooting and repairs. Duties may also include assisting with make-readies and adjusting ink, solvent, or varnish to establish or maintain color, as required by the location. The role follows safety policies and procedures, including hazardous-waste handling, lockout/tagout rules, and hearing and eye protection requirements. Employees must follow applicable documented processes in the ISO Quality Manual and may perform other related duties or special projects as assigned.

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 SPC reports.
Ensure paper rolls are properly unwrapped, mounted, and ready to be spliced.
Monitor paper flow during runs and prepare and install new rolls when necessary.
Work with press operators and other Press Assistants on preventative maintenance of presses.
Assist maintenance personnel with troubleshooting and press repairs.
Assist with make-readies as needed.
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, and hearing and eye protection.
Follow documented processes as defined in the ISO Quality Manual.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.