What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Feeder position at Vidya Brands Group LLC?
Reporting to the Pressroom Supervisor, the Press Feeder is responsible for assisting the Press Operator with make-ready, operating, and maintaining the sheetfed printing press. The Feeder prepares all materials for the press run and ensures paper is loaded and running properly throughout each job run.
Responsibilities and Accountability
- Follow posted schedule.
- Retrieve printing plates and bring to the press for installation
- Assist with install of printing plates, packing sheets, packing blankets and inks
- Ensure paper is loaded into feeders for running jobs, as well as maintain paper supply throughout the job run
- Provide basic assistance to Press Operator as needed to prepare press make-ready
- Adjust press machine parts of the feeder and delivery system
- Perform routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
- Willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds routinely
- Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
- Regular attendance and punctuality are required
- Maintain the work area and machines in a clean and orderly condition Adhere to all ISO / SQF / HACCP personnel GMP practices, conduct and safety policies
Requirements
- Requires basic knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials
- Ability to follow and take instructions to assist with press set up, operation and maintenance
- Able to operate hand carts, pallet jacks, stackers and hydraulic feed mechanisms
- Ability to read and follow job specifications
- Needs good mechanical skills to help in troubleshooting and basic understanding of how the machine works.
- Attention to detail
- Good time management habits
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with various levels of employees up and down the chain of command
- Ability to work well with minimum supervision – self-motivated and project driven
- High school diploma (or equivalent) or 1 -2 years previous experience in the printing industry, preferably press department
Three 12 hour shifts weekly
Salary : $36,600 - $63,600