Press Operator 2 Night Shift 12 Hours

R.R. Donnelley & Sons • Streetsboro, OH

116d • $39,520 - $52,000

About The Position

Position is for 12 hour shifts with rotating weekends. The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment. Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, 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.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities.
• Ability 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.
• Experience in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed for proper printing pressure.
• Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
• Perform make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders.
• Examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and check for correct positioning of images.
• Prep blankets, adjust tension and register.
• Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press.
• Make minor repairs and replace worn or broken parts as required.
• Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Printing and Related Support Activities