What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Freeport Press?
A nationally recognized leader in the print production of high-quality niche publications and catalogs, Freeport Press has been in continuous operation since 1880, now centrally located at our facility in New Philadelphia, Ohio. We've made a name for ourselves as one of the most efficient printers in North America through innovative business practices, continuous investment in state-of-the-art technology, employee development and training, plus the strategic implementation of systems and process controls. Our customers know they can expect not only great printing but real solutions to problems that every publisher faces.
About the Role:
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EEO Statement: Freeport Press is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Salary Range: $21.00-$28.00/hr.
About the Role:
- This is an opportunity to play an essential role in helping reduce the cost of errors and achieve client satisfaction.
- The successful candidate will direct the work of press crew and provide coaching and training to staff.
Main Responsibilities:
- Support the Pressroom Supervisor by providing daily technical and safety instruction, training and guidance to assigned press crew members.
- Be responsible/accountable for the overall safety of the entire press crew.
- Perform and/or oversee all tasks associated with operating the press equipment in support of the production goals related to safety, setup, line speed, waste, web breaks and downtime.
- Complete tasks identified on company's Standard Processes and ensure that press crew is capable of completing their assigned tasks.
- Inspect printed quality of jobs including folds, cleanliness, color and registration.
- Ensure press is re-webbed correctly, safely and efficiently.
- Mount proper plates correctly and accurately.
- Serve as the leader for assigned equipment and crew and direct the work of crew members.
- Provide instruction, training and guidance to junior crewmembers and performance feedback for this position.
- Follow all safety regulations and encourage safe work habits from press crew.
Requirements:
- Experience on Komori 38" or Manroland Lithoman (strongly preferred).
- Proficient in reading, writing, speaking and general knowledge of English to understand written directions.
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve print related problems such as pressure, settings, tension, irregular ink distributions and web-breaks.
- Ability to work as a cooperative part of a crew and provide both technical and safety instructions/training to junior crew members.
- Enhanced listening skills and ability to follow directions from the Supervisor.
Benefits and Perks:
- 401(k), health, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, health savings account, life insurance, paid time off, referral program, bonus pay, and signing bonus.
EEO Statement: Freeport Press is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Salary Range: $21.00-$28.00/hr.
Salary : $21 - $28
