Press Operator/ Die Cutter Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Position Primary Purpose

Operating and maintaining the presses to produce quality printed material on specified work orders while meeting deadlines.

Essential Functions

Secure printing plates

Perform make-ready, printing and cutting duties as specified.

Mix inks as specified on the work order.

Secure proper cutting dies.

Load and off load paper stock.

Insure acceptable quality by monitoring press runs for defects and performing adjustments as needed.

Perform wash-up on the press in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended procedures.

Maintain and repair the press equipment by performing regular scheduled inspections and maintenance as recommended by manufacturer and keeping records regarding all maintenance.

Secondary Functions

Maintain accurate accounting resource information by recording labor functions and times on work orders and time cards according to company policy

Operation of Densitometer

Perform additional duties as assigned and work in other departments as required

Previous Experience

One to three years of offset press experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Demonstrated Abilities

Must have general knowledge of printing process including pre-press, bindery and mailroom operations

Must be able to operate, troubleshoot and repair offset press equipment at journeyman level.

Quality processes and their applications to production.

Must be detail oriented.

Must be able to stay on task without supervision.

Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks.

Continuous performance of basic numeric calculations as well as writing, reading, comparing and analyzing.

Ability and willingness to treat customers and coworkers in a manner consistent with the QSL’s mission and values

Physical

Continuous standing and / or sitting for long periods of time when providing services and carrying out other responsibilities. Lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted. Bending, squatting, or kneeling to reach and work with equipment on ground and machine level. Reaching above shoulder level to reach supplies overhead. Pulling and or pushing exerting force up to 50 pounds with equipment that assists. Continuous use of hands in repetitive tasks such as grasping, twisting / turning of wrists; finger dexterity to perform various duties with tools required. Continuous speaking and hearing for interactions with supervisors and coworkers. Color determination without color blindness. Continuous clarity of vision at 20 inches or more for press operating purposes.

Mental

General intelligence, continuous motor coordination skills, continuous alertness due to equipment and machinery surroundings. Frequent use of judgment, reasoning, and patience, in solving issues.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing / printing press environment and also requires mobility within the production work area. Exposure to constant and intermittent sounds of machinery in a production environment. Exposed to extreme temperature changes around machinery. Exposure to various chemicals used in operating printing presses to include dusts fumes vapors or mists.