Printing Systems Operator

MediaNews Group•Exton, PA

4d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Journal Register in Exton, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a Press Operator to join the team! This role involves operating printing machinery, managing materials, and assisting the press crew to ensure quality output and efficient operations. The company is a leading media group in the U.S., publishing award-winning content across various platforms and is committed to transforming the news industry.

Requirements

Ability to stand, bend, climb, reach and kneel repeatedly during a shift
Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
Successfully become forklift certified, electronic truck certified and pallet jack certified if hired
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be available for shift work.
May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

Nice To Haves

Work a flexible work schedule including weekends, and the ability to work a 12 hour shift if needed
Work overtime as requested

Responsibilities

Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or stackers to be moved and set up
Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets by hand
Operates hand pallet jacks, electronic trucks, and/or forklifts to move articles before or after printing
Monitors stackers for proper operation; stops machines and attempts to correct malfunctions; notifies supervisor of malfunctions if necessary
Lifts heavy objects by hand or with a power hoist
Verify Pressroom has stock, plates, and ink for upcoming jobs
Stage supplies for upcoming jobs on schedule
Counts and records number of units of materials moved or handled by specific orders
Conveys materials between department and storage areas, loading areas, and printing presses
Assist press crew with make-ready and wash-ups as directed by the Lead Press Operator
Cleans machines and work area daily
Makes simple adjustments or repairs to equipment; assists with press maintenance as directed
Completes job forms and other department documents as necessary
Shares responsibility with team/department members for quality of outputs
Maintains neat and orderly department, implementing good housekeeping practices