Komori Press Operator

Job Summary

Sets up and runs customer printing jobs on Komori G40P Sheet Presses. Operates at a high level of production while achieving a low level of waste. Performs all set up functions on press assigned, including but not limited to attaching plates, loading paper, filling proper ink, checking print quality, obtaining authorizations etc. Runs job to obtain optimum press usage. Run job with little waste and error. Troubleshoot and fix tension, paper stock, press timing, and ink problems with little or no help depending on experience. Account for time and materials. Clean up press and work area after usage. Stack materials according to SWP guidelines. Maintain printing quality throughout job. Perform normal day to day maintenance to prevent unnecessary and costly breakdowns. Adhere to all safety rules including but not limited to wearing ear protection in HCP area. Follows instructions on job board exactly to fulfill the needs of the customer. Performs other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform all set up functions on press assigned, including but not limited to attaching plates, loading paper, filling proper ink, checking print quality, obtaining authorizations etc.
• Run job to obtain optimum press usage.
• Run job with little waste and error.
• Troubleshoot and fix tension, paper stock, press timing, and ink problems with little or no help depending on experience.
• Account for time and materials.
• Clean up press and work area after usage.
• Stack materials according to SWP guidelines.
• Maintain printing quality throughout job.
• Perform normal day to day maintenance to prevent unnecessary and costly breakdowns.
• Adhere to all safety rules including but not limited to wearing ear protection in HCP area.
• Follows instructions on job board exactly to fulfill the needs of the customer.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to read and write in English.
• The employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers to feel objects.
• Frequently required to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or even crawl.
• Frequently required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to lift or move up to 40 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to use tools of all kinds.
• Works in a hearing conservation area.
• Must be able to pick up and carry 40 to 50 lbs. at least 4 to 5 times per hour.
• Must be able to move 5 to 10 lbs., 21 to 25 times per hour.
• Operators very often get ink, dirt, and grease on hands and cloths.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read, write, and do basic math.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing protection required in this area.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts.
• Hands or arms could be in danger if safety rules are not followed.
• The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, fumes, and airborne particles.