Press Feeder

RR Donnelley•Pittsburgh, PA

6h•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be on 2nd shift (3pm - 11pm) after a training period on daylight. The 2nd shift pays an additional $2/hr shift premium. The role involves preparing the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly. Responsibilities include inspecting the fountain solution, inking systems, rolls of paper, and related mechanisms. The Press Feeder will maintain proper inventory of paper, record usage and spoilage, and ensure the roll of paper is properly unwrapped, mounted, and ready to be spliced. This role monitors the flow of paper throughout the run and prepares and installs new rolls when necessary. The Press Feeder works in conjunction with press operators and other assigned Press Assistants in the preventative maintenance of the presses, and may assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and making repairs. Additional duties may include assisting with make-readies and adjusting ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure proper color. The role requires adherence to and promotion of all safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Must be able to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a printing environment preferred
Some experience in the operation of various hand tools preferred
Navy MOS: LI:Lithographer
Marine MOS: 4616:Combat Lithographer
Army MOS: 83F:Printing and Bindery Specialist

Responsibilities

Prepares the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly
Inspects the fountain solution, inking systems, rolls of paper and the mechanisms related to the reels
Maintains proper inventory of paper. Records usage and spoilage on SPC report
Ensures that the roll of paper is properly unwrapped, mounted and ready to be spliced
Monitors the flow of paper throughout the run. Prepares and installs new roll when necessary
Works in conjunction with the press operators and other assigned Press Assistants in the preventative maintenance of the presses.
Assists maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and making repairs to press
May assist with make-readies
May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure that proper color is established or maintained as required by location
Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies