Press Operator OFFSET (3rd Shift)

Rohrer•Warwick, RI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The printing press operator controls the production of the press according to job specialties. Supervising and monitoring the press crew, controlling the speed of the press to obtain the proper balance of production and quality. The pressman sets up and operates the printing press to print multicolor copies from supplied proofs. The objective is to run quality sheets through the printing press machine to ensure satisfaction for our customers’ demands.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Pass ISHIHARA- color/vision test
Must be able to pass a drug & background screen
Pass Bennett Mechanical Aptitude Test
Able to carry/lift an average of 50 lbs
Mechanical Aptitude
Quickly be able to solve problems and make decisions with little assistance
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Skills related to control operations of equipment or systems
Ability to lead
Strong organizational and comprehensive skills
Strong knowledge of computers
Ability to be on feet the majority of the work day

Nice To Haves

Previous printing press experience preferred
Heidelberg experience a plus

Responsibilities

Enter job completion details accurately into our OMS visual system.
Plan several jobs ahead to ensure job materials are ready.
Examine job orders to determine quantities for printing, stock specifications, color or special printing instructions.
Fill out all proper documentation relating to job requirements. Examples being load tags, orders, data analysis, coating documentations.
Monitor feeding and printing operations to maintain specified operating level and to detect malfunctions.
Responsible for relaying responsibilities to the feeder operator and communicating daily tasks.
Help clean up ink fountains during job change over process and perform line clearance protocols from previous job.
Grease and lubricate press to manufacturing specs, and per the company’s planned maintenance program.
Manage color on the printing press.
Prepare the press for the next shift, aiming to have a running press at shift change.