Offset First Press Operator

About the role

Offset First Press Operators within our Press Department are responsible for set up and operation of Press equipment to customer-supplied specifications while maintaining production by planning and organizing jobs and continuously monitoring quality. Additionally, operators are responsible for cleanliness and keeping press maintained mechanically. Some positions will have direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Planning and organizing jobs by reviewing schedules and job tickets, identifying priorities, assigning roles, and maintaining production records.
• Making adjustments inside the unit while making adjustments with strong eye/hand coordination.
• Maintaining quality by setting and monitoring color, maintaining register, fold, and compensation, and identifying and correcting problems.
• Setting up/operating equipment by setting up press computers, units, folder, and auxiliary equipment and performing preventative maintenance.
• Participating in training and teaching, assisting all positions and working with customers and the business plan.

Qualifications

• Experience with the following Offset Press Equipment: Harris, Heidelberg, Goss, and/or Manroland.
• 2-3 years of previous Press Operator experience, including ability to web up press, be able to match the product to the sample from the customer is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is required.
• Able to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, the ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours (8 or 12-hour shift), use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions and use vision in order to identify defects.

Shift Options

• 12 hour rotating shifts (either 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, working 3 - 4 days a week.

Benefits

Quad recognizes that wellness is more than physical health. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that empower employees to build healthy, balanced lives at work and at home. From physical and mental health, to financial, family, and community wellness, we provide benefits and programs that help support employees’ overall well-being.