Press Operator 2

Lakeside Book•Hagerstown, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Press Operator 2 performs pressroom setup and production operations, including loading paper and hanging plates. The role reviews job tickets, verifies ink and paper, sets up fountains and feeders, checks color specifications, and runs jobs using standard quality-control measures. The operator identifies and corrects printing defects, uses measuring devices as needed, follows standard operating procedures and safety policies, and performs basic maintenance and housekeeping. The schedule is 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with every other Thursday worked based on production. The job is located at 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742. Pay is $25.75–$33.25 per hour based on experience, with a $1.00-per-hour night-shift differential. Potential performance-based pay increases may occur at three months, six months, and during merit review.

Requirements

At least two years of prior pressman experience.
Ability to stand and walk for a 12-hour shift and lift up to 60 pounds.
Ability to read and understand written instructions and read a standard ruler to 1/16 of an inch.
High level of attention to detail.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Mechanical aptitude.
May be exposed to liquid chemicals or vapors.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Technical training with Heidelberg sheet-fed printing preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic setup and maintenance for a job run, including loading paper and hanging plates.
Review job tickets and verify that ink and paper match the job; set up fountains, feeders, and plates.
Check color specifications and determine how to conduct color matching.
Run jobs using standard quality-control measures, including date stamping and checking offset.
Recognize and eliminate printing problems such as picking, piling, register issues, and other defects.
Use measuring devices such as a blanket gauge, densitometer, durometer, pH meter, packing gauge, or micrometer as needed.
Enforce standard operating procedures and assist operators when necessary.
Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping functions.
Report time and production results accurately.
Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures.
Perform all other duties as assigned.