What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Journal Graphics?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Second Pressperson assists the Head Pressperson in all areas of set-up, running, and maintenance of assigned press equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions:
- Set units, folder-sheeter and stackers for various press folds and runs.
- Check printed material on a regular basis for consistency and accuracy of cut off and fold and any other imperfections. Notify Head Pressperson immediately of discrepancies and/or notify Head Pressperson of actions taken to fix a problem.
- Assist Head Pressperson in the management of the crew and the efficient operation of the press.
- Perform routine maintenance on press.
- Be backup to the Head Pressperson.
- Assist in completing shift reports.
- Assist Head Pressperson with Jogger and Feeder training.
- Ensure entire crew follows safety procedures.
- Ensure general cleanliness of press from front of press to roll stand and the area around and in between presses.
- Follow safety guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Additional duties as assigned by Manager.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies:
- Full job knowledge and capability of Jogger and Roll Tender.
- Capable of operating press when necessary (after receiving sufficient instruction).
- Thorough knowledge of register.
- Ability to complete paper and ink usage reports using computer program.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of basic math skills; add, subtract, multiply, divide whole numbers, fraction and decimals.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Experience:
- A minimum of two years Roll Tender experience.
- Level II Second Pressperson- Ability to operate a machine independently when necessary
TRAINING
- Annual Lockout-Tag out Training is required.