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Sheetfed Press Operator
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What they do
A Printing Press Operator operates a printing press to create print materials like books, newspapers, and magazines.
$42,631 / year median in West Virginia
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Company Overview:
Coral Graphics, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of specialized printed book components, known for producing high-quality jackets, covers, and inserts. With a strong reputation built on innovation, precision, and craftsmanship. At our Martinsburg, WV location, employees benefit from a safety-first workplace, reliable careers, and growth opportunities! Join us and be part of our story—apply today! We're looking for a Sheetfed Press Operator to join our team! In this role, you will operate and maintain multicolor sheetfed printing presses to produce high-quality 4-color and up to 8-color printed images. Experience with Komori and Heidelberg presses is preferred . You'll also ensure all safety, quality, and production standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and monitor multicolor sheetfed printing presses through full production runs. Perform make-ready duties, including hanging plates, bringing jobs into register, and adjusting color. Review job jackets, production schedules, and gather required materials before each run. Conduct quality checks during runs for color, register, and overall print quality. Maintain accurate production, paper, and ink usage records, including skid tickets and counts. Keep press and surrounding work areas clean and organized. Assist with press maintenance, lubrication, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance activities.
Preferred Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years of experience operating a multicolor sheetfed printing press. Strong ability to accurately see and distinguish color variations. Mechanical aptitude for press adjustments and minor repairs. High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Dependable, safety-conscious, and team-oriented.
Training:
Training may be conducted at the Berryville location for up to six months or longer, as needed. Training hours may take place during the day , regardless of the shift the employee is hired for.
Available Shifts:
Sunday to Thursday - 10pm-6am Monday to Friday - 2pm-10pm Help us bring stories to life—join the Coral Graphic team today!
• This position is subject to a Pre-Employment Background Check, Drug Screening, and Employment Verification.
• Our commitment to an inclusive workplace: Coral Graphics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by law.
Pay:
From $19.00 per hour Application Question(s): All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of BOTH a background check and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Are you willing to undergo a background check and drug screening as part of the pre-employment process? Have you ever been employed by Berryville Graphics, BPG, Coral Graphics, Dynamic Graphics, or Doubleday? If yes, please provide the company name and dates. Are you able to complete training at the Berryville location for up to six months or longer, with training hours that may take place during the day, regardless of the shift you are hired for? What is the Pay Range you are looking for?
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Dental Insurance