Press Operator Level 2
Description
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Job description:
Press Operator Level 2
This position is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient operation of the sheet-fed press, web press, stitcher-trimmer, folder / trimmer, and other
machinery critical to the production of printed materials. It is the entry level position in our press room.
Job Functions
The successful candidate must be dependable, self-starting, attentive to details and receptive to training.
This position actively assists with the following duties:
- Operate industrial page cutter to trim magazines and cards to spec size
- Operate folder to fold cards and printed pages to spec size
- Assist in set up and operation of saddle stitching machine
- Stage and strip rolls with minimum amount of waste
- Inspect and spot problems on all rolls
- Hang plates in proper CMYK sequence and inspect / replace blankets
- Web the press
- Maintain work area for cleanliness and eliminate potential work hazards
- Make diagnostic spot checks for problems and be able to make minor repairs
- Perform preventative maintenance procedures on equipment and make entries into maintenance logs
- Must know how to time units and make roll setting adjustments
- Must check folios and imposition to ensure sequence and location of pages
- Monitor products throughout runs to ensure assigned areas meet specifications
- Know how to adjust, maintain, clean and engage web detectors
- Register single and multiple colors
- Demonstrate proper safety procedures at all times
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: (Specify the minimum knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the key responsibilities listed above.)
- Mechanical aptitude
- Must be able to lift at least 70 lbs
- Good hand-to-eye coordination
- Must work well with others
- Able to take direction well
- Flexibility in hours available for work
This is a full time position. Adams Publishing offers competitive benefits including, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).
Please submit a resume.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status