Press Operator-3rd Shift-$3000 Retention Bonus

First American Payments Systems•Townsend, MA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a third shift Custom numbering position running GTO, Ricoh, and DCOP presses. Shift: 11:00pm-7:00am Responsible for the operation and manual setup/changeovers of multi-color sheet fed or high speed continuous/web presses. Perform a complete effective set-up of press includ ing identifying and loading correct stock, setting correct paper path and stretch, bending and mounting plates, mixing PMS ink, die registration, making appropriate adjustments to the ink and water balance, assuring accurate multi-color register and setting up any attribute functions, e.g. perforations, number, file holes, etc. Determine and understand all order instructions and running of press, meeting job requirements of ink density, ink and water balance, color matching, size and construction, and required attributes at a quality level that meets or exceeds our customer’s expectations. Performs daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance to ensure a quality product to customer as required. Understands all press controls and demonstrates their use. Maintain s the ability to troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns; demonstrate s the ability to make adjustments to the equip m ent including blanket changes, washing up units, cleaning water system and roller settings as required.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
2 years manufacturing/printing experience
2 years printing press experience
Basic math, reading and computer skills.
Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

HS/GED
Familiar with Lean principles.
Knowledge of printing process and in usage.

Responsibilities

Operation and manual setup/changeovers of multi-color sheet fed or high speed continuous/web presses.
Perform a complete effective set-up of press including identifying and loading correct stock, setting correct paper path and stretch, bending and mounting plates, mixing PMS ink, die registration, making appropriate adjustments to the ink and water balance, assuring accurate multi-color register and setting up any attribute functions, e.g. perforations, number, file holes, etc.
Determine and understand all order instructions and running of press, meeting job requirements of ink density, ink and water balance, color matching, size and construction, and required attributes at a quality level that meets or exceeds our customer’s expectations.
Performs daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance to ensure a quality product to customer as required.
Understands all press controls and demonstrates their use.
Troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns.
Make adjustments to the equipment including blanket changes, washing up units, cleaning water system and roller settings as required.