Summary:

Primary responsibilities for the printing press helper are to provide assistance to the press operators in the daily operations of the large and small format offset printing presses.?

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Press Manager

Job Duties:

Duties include the stocking of material; setting up and loading the presses; making ready the presses for operation; cleaning up presses, printing plates and work areas and monitoring the level of ink during press runs according to job specifications.? Other duties include assisting in routine machine maintenance, and troubleshooting machine malfunctions.?

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Prepare and stock work area for start of shift, which include necessary materials and paperwork

• Assist in the set-up and make ready of the printing presses to print on plastics or other material ensuring correct print registration and color

• Load the printing presses according to job specifications

• Add inks according to ink specifications matching ink color to the color key and/or sample provided in job jacket

• Assist in routine press maintenance and troubleshooting in the event of press malfunctions.

• Complete all necessary paperwork required

• Clean presses, plates, work areas between jobs and at end of shift

• Clean and stock work area in preparation for next workday or shift

• Safely perform physical demands as indicated below

• Perform these and other duties as assigned by supervisor or other appropriate management personnel

• Work overtime as needed to meet customers’ needs

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a printing environment preferred

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

*Note – Offer may be extended without Diploma or GED – Requirement must be fulfilled within 9 months of hire date.?

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

• Basic math and reading skills

• Ability to multi-task

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to pay attention to detail (detail oriented)

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:?

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit, speak, hear and comprehend

• Stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms on a daily basis.

• Lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus and see colors with acuity

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in an indoor setting, but may be exposed to:

• Variable temperature conditions indoor and outside (occasionally extreme heat or extreme cold)

• Moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, and dust and/or mite hazards

• Moderate noise environment

Regular work days are Monday through Friday. First Shift hours are 6:55 am – 3:05 pm; Second Shift hours are 2:55 pm – 11:55 pm; Third shift are 10:55 pm – 7:05 am. Additional overtime may be required with short notice.

A demonstrated commitment to safety is a condition of employment.