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Press Operator 2

RR Donnelley

Press Operator 2

Quakertown, PA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Brenham, TX Printing Company is offering:

    • 1st shift - 7 am - 3 pm
    • 2nd shift - 3 pm - 11 pm ($2/hour shift differential)
    • 3rd shift - 11 pm - 7 am ($3/hour shift differential)
    • Rotating 7 am - 7 pm
    • Rotating 7 pm - 7 am ($3/hour shift differential)

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or single or multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical or operate similarly situated equipment that applies a variety of non-ink based coatings to a paper web or sheet stock.
    • Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn).
    • Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and 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.

    Required Skills

    • Must be mechanically inclined.

    Nice to Have:

    • Web press experience preferred.
    • 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.
    • Skill in the use of a micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.

    Required Experience

    The pay range for this role at the noted location is $19.50 - $26.00 / hour. The actual rate of pay offered may vary
    based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition
    to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include,
    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.

  • Qualifications
    • Must be mechanically inclined.

    Nice to Have:

    • Web press experience preferred.
    • 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.
    • Skill in the use of a micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.
  • Industry
    Manufacturing
  • Locations
    Quakertown, PA • Brenham, TX