Printing Press Operator

Pay:

Depending on

Experience Job Summary:

Sets up and runs customer printing jobs on Diddie Web, Halm Jet, AB Dick, and Heidelberg Sheet Presses. Operates at a high level of production while achieving a low level of waste. Does large part of maintenance work on presses. Assists mechanic with repair work on presses. This is a Night position

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform all set up functions on press assigned, including but not limited to attaching plates, loading paper, filling proper ink, checking print quality, obtaining authorizations etc. Run job to obtain optimum press usage. Run job with little waste and error. Troubleshoot and fix tension, paper stock, press timing, and ink problems with little or no help depending on experience. Account for time and materials. Clean up press and work area after usage. Maintain printing quality throughout job. Stack materials according to SWP guidelines. Do normal day to day maintenance to prevent unnecessary and costly breakdowns. Adhere to all safety rules including but not limited to wearing ear protection in HCP area. Follows instructions on job board exactly to fulfill the needs of the customer.

Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Must be able to read and write in English. The employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers to feel objects. Must be able to reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or even crawl. Frequently required to lift or move up to 50 lbs. Regularly required to lift or move up to 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to use tools of all kinds. Works in a hearing conservation area. Required to wear hearing protection at all times in that area. Walks a great deal of time. Must be able to pick up and carry 40 to 50 lbs. at least 4 to 5 times per hour. Must be able to move 5 to 10 lbs., 21 to 25 times per hour. Operators very often get ink, dirt, and grease on hands and cloths.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED. Must be able to read, write, and do basic math.

Physical Requirements:

Hearing protection required in this area. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts. Hands or arms could be in danger if safety rules are not followed. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, fumes, and airborne particles. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. By signing below, you certify that you have read and understand the requirements and qualifications of this position and certify that you meet the requirements described in this job description. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Employment is contingent upon adherence to the Company handbook, policies and procedures as set forth on this date, which may be modified at any time at the Company's sole discretion.