1st Press Operator Position Available In Middlesex, New Jersey

1st Press Operator 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars South Plainfield, NJ 07080 A company in South Plainfield NJ is seeking an experienced Press Operator with proven expertise in operating multi-color UV offset presses. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with small, medium, and/or large-format offset printing equipment and possess in-depth technical knowledge of offset press machinery, preferably Heidelberg systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Set up, operate, and maintain multi-color UV offset presses to ensure high-quality print production. Work with various press formats (small, medium, and/or large) to meet production requirements. Perform press checks, troubleshoot issues, and ensure consistent color and registration throughout the print run. Conduct routine maintenance and adjustments to keep equipment in optimal working condition. Collaborate with prepress and finishing teams to ensure accurate, timely production.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience operating multi-color UV offset presses. Strong hands-on experience with offset printing equipment in various formats. Technical proficiency with offset presses; experience with Heidelberg presses is strongly preferred. Solid understanding of print production processes, color theory, and press maintenance.

Sheeter :

Move large rolls of paper stock from the warehouse to the sheeter area by using a clamp truck. Operate the Sheeter safely in order to produce the correct size and quantity of sheets as per customer order. Assist with moving pallets of the cut sheets to the appropriate press. Utilize the shop floor data system (computerized) to help track productivity. Assist in other areas of manufacturing as requested including running material through the aerator.

Laminator :

Properly set up and operate the Laminator. Handle routine maintenance of Laminator on a regular basis. Monitor laminator performance and quality throughout shift. Assure the integrity of the product and perform Quality Control tests as needed (i.e. Dyne Test). Periodically review the finished product to ensure it is defect-free and ready for the next steps in production. Produce load tags and such other methods of accounting as needed. Read job bag and ensure compliance with customer specifications.

Silkscreen :

Produce screens with supplied film. Properly set up and operate silkscreen press equipment. Handle routine maintenance of company equipment on a regular basis. Read job bag and ensure compliance with customer specifications. Assure complete customer satisfaction with the quality of the printed product, including exact color match. Produce high quality work meeting established production standards.

Prepress :

Maintain accurate preparation of single item files for folding boxes, proper trapping, both manually and using automatic tools, barcode creation and proofing using proscribed procedures and workflows. Maintain accurate preparation of printing forms, both inside and outside, mark insertion and output to plate and film files. Preflight incoming artwork in order to identify risks that would otherwise not be apparent to non-technical clients or company personnel. Develop error-free mechanical files utilizing Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Esko Artpro, PackZ software or other software programs as appropriate. •

Schedule :

10 hour shifts working from

MONDAY-THURSDAY.

• Shift Schedule (Monday•Thursday) 1st

Shift:

5:00 AM•3:00 PM 2nd

Shift:

3:00 PM•1:00

AM Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.00•$31.25 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift Morning shift Night shift

Work Location:

In person