Press Operator

USA TODAY Co. • Canton, OH

4d • 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

The Press Operator I position is assigned to learn & perform printing related tasks that may include, but are not limited to: Newsprint reel
set-up & operation; newsprint staging; roll preparation; plate processing; placing printing plates; basic ink setting; equipment maintenance; and
specified reporting.

The primary objective is to support efficient press operations as needed to achieve & maintain on-time production, product quality standards, low
waste, and operational safety. Works as a part of a press crew to coordinate press & plate operations during an assigned shift.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent
• Mechanical ability
• Familiarity with computers
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to prioritize work
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to remain flexible
• Ability to interact with people while demonstrating patience
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to push/pull up to 2000 pounds (rolls of paper)
• Must be able to stand for long periods
• Required to climb stairs on the six-level press structure
• Required to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl (for maintenance and cleaning)
• Work in tight areas
• Color vision is required
• Must be reliable, report to scheduled shifts on-time and ready to begin work

Nice To Haves

• Experience in web offset printing is desirable
• Production experience of any kind may be helpful
• Previous machine operation or maintenance experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Newsprint reel set-up & operation
• Newsprint staging
• Roll preparation
• Plate processing
• Placing printing plates
• Basic ink setting
• Equipment maintenance
• Specified reporting
• Support efficient press operations
• Achieve & maintain on-time production
• Achieve & maintain product quality standards
• Achieve & maintain low waste
• Ensure operational safety
• Coordinate press & plate operations during an assigned shift
• Work as a team to achieve & maintain on-time press performance
• Work as a team to achieve & maintain product quality standards
• Work as a team to meet waste goals
• Assist with plate, reel room & press operations as assigned

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED