2nd PRESSMAN--SHEETFED (FIRST SHIFT)

About the role

Are you looking for a career with a great company? Suttle-Straus is looking for a 2nd Pressman--Sheetfed to join our award winning team! The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in the pressroom, but we will train the right candidate.

Suttle-Straus is a premier provider of printing, digital production, wide format, mailing, custom kitting, warehousing, and distribution services. We offer a collaborative work environment, great benefits and fantastic co-workers. Our success is founded on three core principles: A clear focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations; a long history of implementing new technologies to increase quality and efficiency; and the importance of building an outstanding workforce.

Check out our website (www.suttle-straus.com) and Facebook page to learn more about us!

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of this role is to assist machine operators in the press room. This is a production job requiring the Second Pressman to stand for up to 12 hours a day. The position requires that the individual be detail orientated and have a strong mechanical aptitude.

• Interpret and follow direction from a work ticket
• Interpret layouts and ticket information
• Check that correct paper is issued with the correct count
• Assist with press make ready and set up
• Assist in mounting plates and other items needed to process work
• Assist in the overall set up of the press, such as sheet size, coatings, blankets, etc.
• Check work against layouts, proofs and ticket information
• Inspect and perform pre and post processes to ensure quality at the source
• Assist in wash up between jobs
• Fill out necessary paperwork and records (check list, maintenance log, stock usage, etc.)
• Follow department procedures including QC checklists
• Monitor product quality
• Be part of the team resolving quality issues in the department
• Participate in quality audits for the department
• Assist with internal and external questions/problems to provide solutions for customers
• Report non-conforming materials for the department
• Accurately record your time and materials
• Follow daily press schedule to meet delivery dates
• Meet or exceed estimated standards
• Communicate, collaborate and share knowledge with all team members
• Provide feedback on consumables for all devices
• Participate in maintenance programs and assist with mechanical repairs to ensure quality products, track and log items and repairs.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Collaborate with employees to develop and improve