Press Operator II

USA TODAY Co.•Rockaway, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com Pressroom Platemaker Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO Rockaway, NJ USAToday Corp. is seeking a Full-Time Platemaker for our Rockaway, NJ facility. This position supports daily newspaper production operations on our double-wide presses and plays a critical role in ensuring pages are processed, plated, and delivered accurately and on schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in web offset printing, prepress operations, newspaper production, or manufacturing environments is preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with computer systems and production workflows.
Ability to monitor multiple systems simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to professionally communicate by phone with Editorial Operations, remote production centers, vendors, and internal departments.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Ability to identify, escalate, and resolve workflow issues involving file transmission, page receipt, or production schedules.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing production demands, and meet strict deadlines.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and production monitoring software.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a team environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
Ability to push or pull up to 1,000 pounds.
Color vision is required.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and calibrate Computer-To-Plate (CTP) systems, plate processors, and optical benders.
Monitor incoming page files and production workflows to ensure all products are received, processed, and plated according to established deadlines.
Verify page completeness, file integrity, and production readiness prior to plating.
Monitor NewsWay and related workflow systems for late, missing, or failed file transmissions.
Communicate proactively with Editorial Operations (EOP), production facilities, and other stakeholders regarding late files, transmission issues, or production concerns.
Respond to workflow alerts and troubleshoot file delivery issues to minimize production delays.
Maintain accurate records of production activity, workflow interruptions, and equipment performance.
Monitor plate, chemistry, and consumable inventories and communicate replenishment needs.
Adhere to all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Assist with pressroom operations and perform other duties as assigned.
Optimum quality of printed products.
Observance of all scheduled start and stop times.
Conservation of material resources, especially newsprint.
A clean and safe working environment.