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M600 Heatset Web Press Operator Consolidated Press | Fife, Washington | Full-Time, Day Shift About Consolidated Press Consolidated Press is seeking an experienced M600 Heatset Web Press Operator to join our production team in Fife, Washington. We are looking for a skilled operator with hands-on M600 experience who takes pride in producing high-quality work, maintaining efficient production, and keeping equipment operating safely and reliably. This is an opportunity to bring your technical expertise to a team that values quality, productivity, teamwork, and attention to detail. M600 press operating experience is required.

Key Responsibilities Set up, make ready, operate, and monitor the M600 heatset web press to meet production schedules, quality standards, and job specifications. Perform plate changes, plate mounting, cylinder setup, and adjustments to registration, ink, and printing pressure. Monitor print quality throughout production and make necessary adjustments to color, registration, web tension, and other press settings. Read and interpret job tickets, specifications, and production instructions to ensure accurate and efficient job execution. Maintain production efficiency while minimizing paper waste, downtime, and make-ready time. Troubleshoot press, web handling, and printing issues to minimize production interruptions. Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs. Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area. Communicate effectively with press crew members, supervisors, and other production departments to meet production goals and deadlines. Help maintain consistent operating procedures and support the development of other production team members. Required Qualifications Demonstrated hands-on experience operating an M600 heatset web press. Strong knowledge of heatset web offset printing processes, press mechanics, and production workflows. Proficiency in plate changes, make-ready procedures, registration, ink and color control, and printing pressure adjustments. Understanding of web tension, paper handling, and press setup requirements. Ability to read and interpret job specifications and independently make appropriate press adjustments. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of routine press maintenance and safe operating procedures. Commitment to print quality, production efficiency, and minimizing waste. Reliable attendance, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a production team. Pre-employment drug screening and background authorization required

Position Details Location:

Fife, Washington Schedule:

Full-time, day shift

Compensation:

Competitive pay based on experience

Experience:

M600 heatset web press operating experience required Join Our Team If you have proven M600 operating experience and are looking for a full-time day-shift opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We are looking for a dependable, experienced operator who takes ownership of print quality, equipment performance, and production results.

Pay:

$37.50 - $41.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person