Press Operator

Western News & Info•Prescott Valley, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

About Prescott… Nestled in the mountains of Northern Arizona, Prescott is a historic “mile-high” city known for its four-season climate and more than 300 days of sunshine each year—featuring mild winters and cool summer evenings. In addition to endless outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, biking, kayaking, and breathtaking high-desert landscapes. For those who enjoy travel and weekend adventures, Prescott is conveniently located just 2 to 4 hours from Flagstaff, Sedona, Jerome, the Grand Canyon, and Las Vegas, Nevada! Prescott offers an exceptional quality of life and is truly a great place to live and work! Position Summary: Prescott Newspapers, Inc., is a trusted community newspaper serving Prescott Valley and the surrounding areas and is seeking an experienced Press Operator to join our Prescott Valley Print Facility team.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Mechanical aptitude and ability.
Ability to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
Ability to climb ladders up to 25 feet.

Responsibilities

Performs all duties required to operate the Goss web press to achieve desired production and quality results.
While the press is in operation, exercises judgment in determining acceptable and unacceptable output and consistently monitors the quality of printed products.
Assists press supervisor(s) in training press operator trainees participating in the PNI Press Operator Trainee Program.
Works toward established newsprint waste standards and actively supports waste reduction initiatives.
Performs preventative maintenance during planned and unplanned downtime to ensure the press and related equipment remain in proper working order.
Maintains certification in the operation of forklift, clamp truck, and pallet jack.
Stacks and organizes empty pallets as part of production workflow.
Complies with and actively supports all company safety policies and procedures.