What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heidelberg Press Operator position at Sol Davis Printing, Inc.?
GTO 5-color Heidelberg Pressmen Operator
We are seeking an experienced pressmen operator for a Heidelberg Press.
Job Summary / Purpose
Utilizes skills to efficiently produce a quality product at optimum speeds. Possesses journeyman knowledge of ink and water balance needed to reduce make ready times and increase run speeds. Ability to safely direct crewing in machine operations and job planning. Performance maintenance as needed per machine specification. Possesses mechanical abilities to use tools needed for press operation.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Knowledge of machine setup for a variety of inks and substrates
Knowledge of industry quality standards for offset printing
Knowledge of the materials and equipment utilized in offset printing
Operate Heidelberg offset press at maximum production speed, maximum utilization, and minimum waste
Operate quality control equipment such as a densitometer and other QC instruments as required
Perform assigned Quality Assurance tasks before, during and after a production run
Effective communication concerning issues with crewing, machine and/or materials as well as lost time with department leadership
Ensuring good housekeeping of the machine and work area as well as good safety practices for all team members
Ability to perform regularly scheduled maintenance and minor repairs as required and effectively communicate the need for major repairs to department leadership
Comply with all company rules, regulations and safety requirements
Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed to satisfy customer demands as well as covering for fellow employees’ time off
Operate hand, fork, and clamp trucks as required and lift up to 50 lbs
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Offset, sheet fed, paperboard printing experience Assist in the Offset Printing department with ability to Understand Job Jacket information
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and twist for the entire shift
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
PREFERRED Qualifications
1-3 Years’ experience as a lead operator in sheetfed offset printing with conventional inks and/or UV inks and coatings on Heidelberg equipment. Other printing equipment and web printing experience will be considered.
Part-Time Position with Hours of M-F between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Proper operational skills are required.
Email resume to Sol Davis at soldavis.printing@gmail.com or call (813) 353-3609.
Work Location: In person