Position title
1st Press Operator-Printing
Description

This Direct Hire position is responsible for the quality and production of jobs produced on Offset Printing Presses. Must lead by example, consistently and efficiently perform and follow procedures in compliance to company, customer, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities
  • Properly set up and maintain offset printing press equipment.
  • Read job bag and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
  • Print orders following the information and specifics listed on the job bag with an emphasis on accuracy.
  • Assure complete customer satisfaction with the quality of the printed product, including exact color match.
  • Produce high quality work meeting established production standards.
  • Use, maintain and troubleshoot color control tools.
  • Inspect for defects before and during run. Set inspection control device and make necessary corrections.
  • Follow printing procedures and clearly identify problem areas on loads (blue line) and note on checklist and breakdown.
  • Collect and input production information into Company’s PDE system.
  • Conduct weekly maintenance on machinery, reporting any issues or problems to appropriate supervisor.
  • Continuously learn new processes to increase efficiency as well as maintaining proficiency in operation of all current equipment.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working area at all times to efficiently produce materials.
  • Request materials in a timely manner. Communicate urgency of materials needed to Supervisor.

Perform additional duties/projects as assigned by management and/or Supervisor

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Previous experience in the operation of small, medium, and/or large format offset printing equipment.
  • Technical Knowledge of Offset Printing Presses; preferably Heidelberg.
  • Proficient level of English communication– Verbal & Written.
  • Ability to read and understand a Job Bag.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Must be attentive to detail with a sense of urgency.
  • Excellent manual dexterity.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive manual tasks with frequent rotations.
  • Must be able to comprehend and follow all job procedures and safety protocols.
Job Benefits

Full Benefits

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Employment Type
Full-time
Beginning of employment
ASAP
Duration of employment
Full Time
Industry
Packaging
Job Location
South Plainfield
Base Salary
$34-37.25 Per hour
Working Hours
M-Thursday 3 pm to 1 am
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