Press Operator or Trainee-$1,500 Hiring Bonus

Lee Enterprises • Grand Island, NE

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The Grand Island Independent is hiring a full-time press operator to join our team to operate the printing press to publish the Grand Island Independent and numerous other Nebraska and Midwest regional newspapers and commercial print jobs due to expansion. This position works in the team to produce print products according to customer specifications and within deadlines.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to distinguish colors
• Possess mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work night shifts as needed
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure

Nice To Haves

• Previous printing press experience
• Manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Loading newsprint
• Making pasters
• Monitoring reel stands
• Setting ink densities
• Registration
• Filling ink fountains
• Setting folders
• Plate making
• Maintaining a safe and clean press area
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Company-provided life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed