Pressman

We are seeking a Pressman to join our team in Commack, NY.

In this position, the Pressman is responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce carton/box and related products.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret job orders
• Determine quantity to be printed, stock specifications, colors, and special printing instructions. Enter all required job information into the computer system
• Review and sign off daily time sheets
• Installs and locks plate into position, using hand tools, to achieve pressure required for printing
• Measures plate thickness and inserts packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing height.
• Fills ink and dampening solution fountains and adjusts controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder
• Removes and cleans plate and cylinders
• Loads paper into feeder or installs rolls of paper, adjusts feeder and delivery mechanisms, and unloads printed material from delivery mechanism
• Measures paper thickness and adjust space between blanket and impression cylinders according to thickness of paper stock
• Adjust press throughout production run to maintain specific registration and color density
• Starts press and examines printed copy for ink density, position on paper, and registration
• Complete daily assigned jobs as scheduled to shift and produce within budgetary times
• Demonstrate proficiency in quick changeovers to minimize waste of materials
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required
• Ensure all safety guards and kill switches are in working condition and in place
• Record needed repairs for maintenance and scheduling of repair
• Ensure maintenance department documents completion of repair on the maintenance log
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards to ensure a high level of quality printing is achieved

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
• 2 years as a Pressman or 5-7 years as a Second Pressman
• Minimum 3 years of lithographic press printing experience is required
• Experience working with KBA sheeted press, 8 & 9 color is required
• In depth knowledge of the mechanics and capabilities of press
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Requires experience running, troubleshooting, and quality control
• Ability to understand written instructions and set up the press, and carry out instructions
• Ability to regularly sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility
• Regularly exposed to noise, dust, odors, and oils
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment (24-hour turnaround on product)
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance
• Excellent attendance and punctuality; accurately record work time on a daily basis
• Able to operate a computer and time clock machines