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2nd Pressman
Location: Henrico, VA 23231
Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour
Schedule: Train on 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, then transition to 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-hour rotating shift)
Join Our Team as a 2nd Pressman
We are looking for an experienced 2nd Pressman to join our printing production team. As a 2nd Pressman, you will work alongside the Press Operator to support the operation of a sheet-fed offset printing press, ensuring high-quality envelope production while maintaining production efficiency and minimizing downtime. This 2nd Pressman position is ideal for someone with a mechanical aptitude who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing quality printed products.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Press Operator with the setup, make-ready, operation, and maintenance of a sheet-fed offset printing press.
- Install printing plates, blankets, and packing materials to prepare the printing press for production runs.
- Help maintain consistent print quality by monitoring color registration, print alignment, and ink coverage throughout production.
- Adjust printing press components including feeders, feed wheels, suction grippers, side guides, delivery mechanisms, and jogging devices.
- Perform routine cleaning of blankets, ink rollers, ink fountains, and other printing press components using approved cleaning materials.
- Assist with replacing worn rollers and making mechanical adjustments to support optimal printing press performance.
- Work with the Press Operator to make color and register corrections that meet customer specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpret production orders, work instructions, and printing specifications to ensure accurate press setup.
- Perform routine operational maintenance and assist with minor repairs to reduce equipment downtime.
- Inspect finished envelopes throughout production to verify quality and identify any printing defects.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety procedures.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a 2nd Pressman, Press Assistant, or similar printing press position preferred.
- General knowledge of offset printing, printing press operation, and sheet-fed press equipment.
- Ability to safely operate and adjust printing press equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools for equipment adjustments and maintenance.
- Ability to read job specifications and production instructions accurately.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality printed products.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Preferred Skills
- 2nd Pressman Experience
- Offset Printing
- Printing Press Operation
- Printing Press Setup
- Sheet-Fed Offset Press
- Press Make-Ready
- Color Registration
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Production
- Quality Control
- Hand Tool Experience
- Printing Production
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive starting pay of $16.00 per hour
- Opportunity to build a long-term career in the printing industry
- Hands-on training with experienced Press Operators
- Stable, full-time position in a growing manufacturing environment
- Opportunities for advancement into Press Operator roles
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