Press Operator - 12 Hour Shifts Days or Nights

RR Donnelley•Streetsboro, OH

About The Position

The Press Operator sets up, adjusts, operates, and maintains press equipment. This role performs press make-ready tasks, including hanging plates or installing cylinders, inspecting plates or cylinders for imperfections and image positioning, preparing blankets, and adjusting tension and register. The operator makes necessary color corrections and press adjustments before and during production to meet quality specifications. The role also includes cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining the press; making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts; and training other RRD employees as needed. This position works 12-hour day or night shifts with rotating weekends. Night shifts receive an additional $3.00 per hour. The listed salary range is $25.00–$28.00 per hour. Starting pay is based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and business needs. Compensation may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay, depending on the role. RRD describes itself as a global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions, with 32,000 employees across 28 countries and 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100. Its services are designed to lower environmental impact. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements.
Ability to read and understand job specifications and use knowledge of press capabilities to determine appropriate press usage, settings, and materials.
Ability to make precise settings and adjustments to controls and equipment.
Ability to perform routine operational maintenance and minor equipment repairs.
Knowledge of the packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the job.
Skill in using a micrometer to mount and align printing plates correctly.

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
Perform make-ready tasks for the press, including hanging plates or installing cylinders, inspecting for imperfections and correct 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.
Make minor equipment repairs and replace worn or broken parts as required.
Train other RRD employees as needed.