Rolt Press Operator - 3rd Shift

The Roll Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring roll-fed printing equipment to produce high-quality printed products according to customer specifications, production schedules, and company quality standards. The operator is responsible for maintaining accurate production, quality, and waste records while safely operating the press and supporting equipment.

3rd Shift - Sunday 10:00pm-7:00am, M-TH 12:00am - 7:00am.

• Set up and operate roll-fed printing presses according to job specifications and production requirements.
• Review job tickets, artwork, specifications, and production instructions prior to beginning each job.
• Load and position raw materials, including rolls of paper, film, foil, and other substrates.
• Install and adjust printing plates, cylinders, tooling, inks, and other press components as required.
• Set press speeds, registration, pressure, tension, temperature, and other operating parameters.
• Mix, load, and adjust inks or coatings as required to achieve specified color and print quality.
• Perform press make-ready activities and obtain required approvals before full production.
• Monitor the press throughout production to ensure consistent quality, registration, color, and print coverage.
• Inspect finished product for defects such as color variation, registration issues, wrinkles, streaks, poor print quality, or other abnormalities.
• Make adjustments to the press as necessary to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Complete quality checks and documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor material usage and minimize waste while maintaining required quality standards.
• Accurately record production quantities, downtime, waste, and other required information.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and housekeeping of the press and surrounding work area.
• Identify equipment problems and communicate maintenance needs to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with training and development of Press Operator trainees or other production employees as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with other departments, including Prepress, Quality, Maintenance, Finishing, and Shipping.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.