Ensures paper or raw materials (inks, glues, etc) are loaded in to feeders, hoppers, bins, etc to supply a constant flow of materials while the equipment is running. Makes adjustments to equipment such as feeder mechanism based on the size of the paper. Deliver equipment components such as plates or spray heads to the equipment for installation. Recycle old/discarded plates. Provide basic assistance as needed to make-ready the equipment for operation. Assist with retrieving plates, handing plates and recycling/storing plates and other tasks associated with make-ready of the press.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly.
• Inspects the fountain solution, inking systems, and feeders, hoppers and bins.
• Maintains proper inventory of paper. 
• Monitors the flow of paper throughout the run. 
• Works in conjunction with the press operators and other assigned Press Assistants in the preventative maintenance of the presses. Assists maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and making repairs to press.
• May assist with make-readies.
• May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure that proper color is established or maintained as required by location.
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

3RD SHIFT: M-F, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM 

RRD IS AN EEO/AA INCLUDING VETS AND DISABLED EMPLOYER

Required Skills

Previous experience in a printing environment. Ability to operate hand carts, pallet jacks, stackers, hydraulic feed mechanisms and various hand tools preferred. Must be able to work in a team environment.

Required Experience

Requires general knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials for sheet fed presses. Ability to read and follow job specifications under the direction of the Press Operator to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully. Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product. 

Previous experience in a printing environment. Ability to operate hand carts, pallet jacks, stackers, hydraulic feed mechanisms and various hand tools preferred. Must be able to work in a team environment.