What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at MediaNews Group?
Summary
Introduction to the operation of the printing press. Includes handling of newsprint rolls, preparing for operation, plating, running of the press, and cleaning and routine maintenance.
What You Will Do
The hourly wage range is $21.00 - $24.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mybensite.com/mng
Who We Are
As the Bay Area's top source for local news, the Bay Area News Group reaches more than 5 million people weekly through a powerful combination of print and digital products. Our publications include The Mercury News serving Silicon Valley and the Peninsula; the East Bay Times serving Oakland, Walnut Creek, Pleasanton and the rest of the East Bay; and more than 20 weekly publications. We connect with a diverse and engaged audience, offering a premiere local news report and comprehensive advertising and marketing solutions across web, mobile and print platforms. The Bay Area News Group is a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, which has 49 Pulitzer Prizes and a nationwide audience, delivering award-winning content across 800 platforms and leading the transformation of the news industry.
“3x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023, 2024 & 2025” (MNG Roles Only; not Trib, SDUT, or NYDN)
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply
Introduction to the operation of the printing press. Includes handling of newsprint rolls, preparing for operation, plating, running of the press, and cleaning and routine maintenance.
What You Will Do
- Under supervision, will train on operation of the press units, including plating, setting ink and rollers, webbing, and operating controls
- Newsprint roll handling, newsprint warehouse operations, and reel room operations
- Operate forklift/clamp truck in a safe, competent manner
- Press maintenance tasks
- Work in a safe manner using all appropriate safety equipment, including guards and safe buttons
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to read and understand instructions and work with machinery
- Specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Regular and reliable attendance
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Previous machine operation experience preferred including warehouse operations experience, including fork lift operation
- This job operates in a warehouse and printing plant environment. This role routinely uses pallet jacks and forklifts
- Must be able to work with chemicals, loud noise, dusty areas and moving parts safely and wear hearing protection the entire shift
- This job is not a remote position; employee will report to a production plant
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
- The employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
- Requires the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis. Heavy work may exert in excess of 100 pounds of force to move objects
The hourly wage range is $21.00 - $24.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mybensite.com/mng
Who We Are
As the Bay Area's top source for local news, the Bay Area News Group reaches more than 5 million people weekly through a powerful combination of print and digital products. Our publications include The Mercury News serving Silicon Valley and the Peninsula; the East Bay Times serving Oakland, Walnut Creek, Pleasanton and the rest of the East Bay; and more than 20 weekly publications. We connect with a diverse and engaged audience, offering a premiere local news report and comprehensive advertising and marketing solutions across web, mobile and print platforms. The Bay Area News Group is a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, which has 49 Pulitzer Prizes and a nationwide audience, delivering award-winning content across 800 platforms and leading the transformation of the news industry.
“3x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023, 2024 & 2025” (MNG Roles Only; not Trib, SDUT, or NYDN)
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply
- Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Concord-California/Press-Operator_R2559-1
- Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
- A full pre-employment drug screen will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
- This position entails occasional in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves to the site
- Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
Salary : $21 - $24
