Job Description

• The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment
• Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates, examine plates for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting register etc.
• Make necessary color corrections and / or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required
• Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer
• Ensure that all production goals are set.
• Obtains and maintains register during the make-ready and production processes.
• Changes required plates or cylinders.
• Adjusts roll mechanisms, tension and guide devices.
• Assists with training of new Press Assistants and Press Operators.
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.

Qualifications

• Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully
• Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment
• Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
• Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers
• Occasionally required to kneel, crouch, stoop or crawl as well as lifting / moving from 50-70 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 200 pounds with assistance
• 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment, printing industry preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Information

In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include a sign-on bonus of $X,XXX , overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay.

RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer / partner discounts.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

Last updated : 2024-05-29