Press Operator 3
About The Position
Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or multicolor offset press to produce single-color, two-color, and/or multicolor work, including large solids, screen tints, line work, and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical. Review job specifications to determine press setup according to the run imposition, such as sheet-wise or work-and-turn. Perform make-ready tasks for the press, including hanging plates or installing cylinders, examining plates or cylinders for imperfections and image positioning, preparing blankets, and adjusting tension and register. Make required color corrections and press adjustments before and during production to meet and maintain quality specifications. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press; perform minor repairs and replace worn or broken parts as needed; and complete periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.
Requirements
- Comprehensive knowledge of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements for setting up, adjusting, operating, and maintaining equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multicolor work to critical tolerances.
- Ability to perform complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to set up equipment, make major adjustments, perform routine maintenance, and complete minor repairs.
- Ability to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine appropriate press usage, settings, and materials.
- Skill in using a micrometer to mount and align printing plates correctly.
Responsibilities
- Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or multicolor offset press.
- Review job specifications and select the press setup based on the run imposition.
- Perform make-ready tasks, including hanging plates or installing cylinders, inspecting plate or cylinder condition and image positioning, preparing blankets, and adjusting tension and register.
- Make color corrections and press adjustments to meet and maintain production quality specifications.
- Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press; perform 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 and partner discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
