Sheetfed Second Press Operator 2nd and 3rd shifts

Mittera Philadelphia LLC•Philadelphia, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Sheetfed Second Press Operators assist with the set up and operation of a printing press in coordination with the Press Operator and assists crew members on the press, ensuring each job is run according to customer specifications and meeting internal and external deadlines; maintains quality control and reduces waste or press downtime. Follows departmental regulations and procedures to process customer jobs through the Department on a timely basis and within specified quality standards.

Requirements

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
Perform other duties as needed

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Keeps feeder loaded with sheets of paper at all times.
Airs, winds, or turns paper stock.
Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications before beginning assigned job.
Assists Lead Press Operator in the manual and machine tasks in the operation of an offset printing press and other pressroom equipment.
Assists in wash-up and cleaning procedures.
Assists in the setup and make ready of the printing press and other equipment.
Hangs plates, installs blankets and packing, fills ink fountains and mixes fountain solutions at correct pH and assists in the setup of coating or other in-line finishing equipment.
Records the quantity of ink used on the printed job.
Checks plates for visible imperfections and checks press sheets for marks and abrasions.
Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations, policies and guidelines and Company safety rules.
Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
Keep an ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed.
And other job duties as assigned