What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Champion Media?
Press Operator
The Robesonian is a Regional Newspaper/Commercial Printing facility located in Lumberton, North Carolina.
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Job Description:
The Robesonian is a Regional Newspaper/Commercial Printing facility located in Lumberton, North Carolina. We are seeking a full-time Press Operator 1 to perform standard set-up, maintenance, and operation of press, assists in getting plates from CTP to press, engaging, and disengaging units, locks plates in the proper order, makes necessary quality control adjustments during the run for proper ink and water balance, registration, and performs preventative maintenance and repair.
This individual will be responsible for working as a team member to ensure every project is printed efficiently, within deadline, and meets the expectations of the client. As a Press Operator 1, you will be expected to fill in as Press Supervisor when the Pressroom Supervisor is not present.
What Will I Be Doing?
A Press Operator repairs, runs, and operates a printing press and oversees the production of printed materials from start to finish. They load the press with paper and ink and will add any updates or repairs as needed. Press Operators work to finish their projects by their respective deadlines and must follow safety guidelines. These help to ensure they keep themselves and others safe throughout the machine operation or repair process.
- Set up press to the specifications of each run
- Quality check press to ensure the run meets our standards
- Troubleshoot printing or mechanical issues
- Perform regular maintenance to prevent these issues
Do I Have What It Takes?
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 years of printing press experience
- Strong solution-based and problem-solving skills
- Advanced mechanical skills
Champion Media provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This includes providing policies for reasonable accommodations.
This policy applies to all employees and applicants, as well as contractors, interns, volunteers, and any others conducting business with or on behalf of Champion Media. It applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14