Press Operator

Job TitleTrade school grads, mechanically interested, and mechanically inclined job seekers encouraged to apply!Schedule: 12 hour night shift 4 days on 4 days off (7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.)Location: Onsite in Newington, CTSummaryAssist in the operation of the 6-8-10 color presses with production and quality in mind. Aid the first pressman, as directed, in the efficient operation of the press. Maintain press area in regard to supplies and housekeeping.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesAssist the first press operator in the job setup, as follows:Review job ticketsSet up paper for the production of a jobChange cylindersHang plateChange blanketInstall perfs, scores and die cutsPlace pinfeedSetup all finishing aspects of the press, to include roll-to-roll and sheeterAssist in the production of a job, as follows:Maintain proper ink and ink levels in fountainMaintain fountain solutionSupply paper as indicated on job ticketRecord paper usageAssist in the inspection of the quality of print, including:ColorRegisterFree of imperfections, such as, dry up, hickeys, broken type, etc.Ensure the samples are of the best quality possibleRunability in other departments, to include throw length and pinfeed position; perf and score strength; fanfold.Assist in paperwork associated with job productionMaintain silicon/anti-stat levels during a sheeter runWash up press at the end of jobWork on 6-color press, as required, as part of the training process for becoming a 6-color press operator.Communicate, as needed, press maintenance, supply and safety issues to shift supervisor.Maintain a clean work environmentMix inks, as needed.Drop paper, as needed.Operate press in the absence of the first press operatorComply with company rules, regulations and standard operating procedures.Maintain confidentiality of company-sensitive data.Implement a commitment to quality philosophy and recommend methods and procedures to reduce cost and/or improve quality and operating efficiency of the department.Keep manager/supervisor informed of activities and situations that will impact the achievement of corporate or department goals and objectives.Perform other related duties, as required, to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and company.Education/Experience: Trade school, high school or GED preferred plus 1-2 years of experience on offset presses or equivalent.Competencies:Technical/mechanical aptitudeQuality consciousDetail orientedKnowledge of computersAbility to read and write English