Sheetfed Press Operator

Mittera Group Inc•Weston, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates a sheetfed printing press, which puts ink and/or coatings on paper or other surfaces and performs other in-line finishing operations such as scoring, die-cutting or perforating.

Requirements

3 years of experience with a 6-color press
3 years of knowledge with a 40” and 51” press.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
Has basic computer skills
Must be self-motivated, reliable, and quality, safety oriented
Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
Requires near visual acuity
Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Nice To Haves

1 – 3+ years of experience as a multicolor web second press operator preferred

Responsibilities

Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications of a job.
Rules sheet out for inspecting trims, straightness, and correctness of folds and to be checked against bluelines and artwork.
Achieves color match/approval to proofs.
Make ready jobs in a timely efficient manner.
Fills ink fountains.
Understands and produces color within provided tolerances. Review readers and makes necessary adjustments and and adjusts color density to meet required spectrophotometer readings.
Inspects and pulls quality control sheets throughout the run.
Maintains necessary press records.
Operates micrometer.
Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations, policies and guidelines and Company safety rules.
Directs and performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
Keep an ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed.
Perform other duties as assigned.