Press Operator

The Press Operator is responsible for providing leadership on the printing press, ensuring maximum machine and raw material efficiencies are achieved while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.  The Press Operator will be expected to follow the production schedule, manage line changeovers to operate at maximum efficiency and produce a high-quality product. Safety, quality, and productivity goals will be expected. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
•    Verify tooling and materials are available before the start of set up
•    Read and thoroughly understand the Job Ticket before starting each job
•    Able to remove and mount print plates as needed
•    Achieve optimal set-up, change-over, and wash up time
•    Operate at the highest speed possible without compromising job quality and crew safety
•    Produce jobs according to the specifications and instructions written on the job ticket
•    Properly identify and “flag” product that has questionable quality
•    Minimize unnecessary waste and spoilage of materials such as film, ink, chemicals, and other supplies
•    Facilitate post-press operations with properly printed identification on rolls
•    Perform routine maintenance/repairs and cleaning of the printing presses
•    Maintain cleanliness and order in vicinity of the printing presses
•    Accurately record all necessary job data 
•    Understands color and the instruments used to monitor or correct color during a make-ready and press run.
•    Inputs accurate information into the data collection process.
•    Responsible for maintaining and understanding all tools and instruments to operate and maintain the press.
•    Cooperates with the pre-press department when interaction is necessary for job production.
•    Works well in a team environment
•    Adheres to all Company safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
•    Works scheduled hours with predictable and reliable attendance
•    Performs various special projects and other duties as assigned
 

  Requirements
•    High School Diploma or GED
•    Five years press operating experience
 

Salary : $30 - $32