Printing Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Offset Printing Press Operator is to perform the duties involved in offset printing running UV inks. These duties include setting up press, cleaning machine, troubleshooting technological problems and maintaining printing equipment. Also will be responsible for record keeping of work completed and job history.

Job Duties:

· Demonstrate commitment to safety and performs job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.

· Understand job ticket information to determine quantity, special work instructions, and any other special customer requirements.

· Locate and inspect the printing material to assure conformance to the specified requirements.

· Proof plates to assure correct graphics before production.

· Set Rollers, hang plates, apply ink, set fountain settings, and perform all related machine operation to operate press.

· Run make ready sheets- line up for proper position and layout.

· Demonstrate the ability to start up and operate the press efficiently.

· Bring process colors and/or special colors into register.

· Achieve ink and water balance.

· Set and adjust inks to achieve required colors-matching specified requirements.

· Maintaining and adjusting ink levels during production to match specified requirements.

· Achieve and monitor UV Lighting levels to assure proper curing rate to prevent offset and delamination.

· Examine press sheets during production for normal and special variation

· Perform preventive maintenance.

· Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED.

2. Higher degree in art or graphic design preferred.

3. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in offset printing operations and prep work.

4. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products.

5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

6. Strong attention to detail, good eye for color.

7. Excellent problem solving skills.

8. Ability to handle potentially hazardous materials.

9. Must possess high standards of personal integrity. Able to interact with all levels of the organization.

10. Previous experience as a lead pressman.

11. Ability to follow instructions to assist in operation and maintenance.

12. Ability to work independently with high attention to detail.

13. Able to work overtime when needed.

14. The ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language.

15. Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

16. Positive attitude and good teamwork skills

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, sit, speak, hear and comprehend. The employee is required to stand for extended periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms on a daily basis.

2. The employee must possess clear vision, correct color perception and excellent hand eye coordination.

3. The employee must be able to lift up to 65 pounds on a regular basis.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in an indoor setting, but may be exposed to variable temperature conditions indoor and outside (occasionally extreme heat or extreme cold).

2. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, and dust and/or mite hazards. The employee must be willing to handle and mix chemicals used in printing inks and cleaning.

3. The employee must be prepared to respond to emergencies should they occur. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.