Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

ABOUT YORK DESIGN GROUP

With over a century dedicated to American industry, York Wallcoverings stands alone in experience and knowledge among its manufacturing peers. We house all available wallcovering printing types under one roof, servicing all channels in the interiors industry.  We are a global leader in designing, manufacturing, marketing, selling, and distributing high-quality wall décor products across over 80 countries. Our product range includes both residential and commercial wallcoverings, murals, peel & stick tiles, and decorative peel & stick wall decals. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining printing presses to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role works closely with production schedules, shop orders, and quality standards to produce finished products that meet customer specifications. The Press Operator adjusts machine settings, monitors print quality throughout production runs, performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots defects, and ensures all production documentation is completed accurately.

Schedule:  2nd shift; Monday - Thursday, 3:00PM - 1:00AM

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Set up printing presses according to production schedules, work orders, substrates, patterns, and customer specifications.
• Review and understand shop orders, quantities, materials, and production instructions before beginning each job.
• Adjust machine settings including speed, pressure, temperature, ink distribution, and registration to achieve required print quality standards.
• Monitor and control press operations throughout production runs to maintain daily and weekly production schedules.
• Understand and operate all press functions, including rewind/unwind systems, console controls, and cylinder sequencing for pattern changes.
• Start and operate presses while ensuring proper registration, color coverage, and overall print quality.
• Collect and inspect print samples during production runs and make necessary adjustments to correct defects and maintain quality standards.
• Identify common printing defects, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize waste and downtime.
• Perform pattern changes, cylinder changes, and press setup activities efficiently and accurately.
• Complete quality inspections, production reports, and required paperwork in accordance with company standards and industry regulations.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, oiling, and minor repairs on printing equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and well-maintained work environment by following safety procedures and performing housekeeping tasks throughout the shift.
• Communicate production concerns, equipment issues, and quality matters to supervisors and team members as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Working overtime as required, including weekends and holidays
• Willing to move to off shifts if coverage is required
• Perform end of job clean up
• All other duties as assigned by management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Previous experience operating a forklift
• Previous experience in a warehouse/production environment preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, pivot/twist, balance, and climb.
• Must be able to lift at least 60 lbs. floor to waist FREQUENT, carry at least 60 lbs. FREQUENT, and push and pull at least 48 lbs. of force OCCASIONAL.
• Must pass a physical demands test

MENTAL/VISUAL DEMANDS

You must demonstrate the following sensory requirements in order to perform manual tasks: color discrimination, depth perception, near vision, field vision, temperature discrimination, tactile discrimination, and interacting with others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work activities occur in an inside workspace where extreme heat and cold may occur. There are fans for ventilation. Work activities may encounter wet floors, dust and fumes.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

Forklift

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION

Fork truck certification required