Offset Press Assistant

About the role

A Press Rolltender at Quad in Winchester, VA is responsible for loading rolls of paper onto a printing press, coordinating plates and tickets, inspecting paper for damage, setting up and making splices, hanging plates and blankets, and ensuring correct ink availability.

Responsibilities

• Understand standard operating procedures of the department
• Cook plates and tickets for upcoming jobs and hang paper according to job tickets
• Inspect rolls of paper for blemishes or tears and cut away any damage
• Set up and make splices, bend and hang plates as well as hang blankets and assist with webbing up press
• Ensure correct ink is available for job and check ink fountains regularly
• Set fold during make-readies and check trim sheets to proof and complete necessary roll reports and paperwork accurately
• Communicate effectively with plate room and paper warehouse and coordinate changing of ink, etch, and silicone totes as needed
• Wash up the press and assist with preventative maintenance

Requirements

• Candidates with previous jogger/entry level experience a plus
• Strong mechanical abilities and previous knowledge of presses and roll stands are a plus
• Able to perform basic math calculations are essential
• Good verbal and written comprehension skills are a must
• Must be able to thrive in a team environment and work independently with minimal supervision
• This position also requires the ability to bend and lift 10-20 pounds continuously, ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours, use hands and wrists continuously and use vision in order to identify defects, performing repetitious tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with or without a reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

• Candidates with previous jogger/entry level experience a plus
• Strong mechanical abilities and previous knowledge of presses and roll stands are a plus
• Able to perform basic math calculations are essential
• Good verbal and written comprehension skills are a must
• Must be able to thrive in a team environment and work independently with minimal supervision
• This position also requires the ability to bend and lift 10-20 pounds continuously, ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours, use hands and wrists continuously and use vision in order to identify defects, performing repetitious tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with or without a reasonable accommodation

Skills

• Understanding standard operating procedures of the department
• Coordination of plates and tickets for upcoming jobs
• Inspection of rolls of paper for blemishes or tears
• Setting up and making splices, bending and hanging plates
• Hanging blankets and assisting with webbing up press
• Ensuring correct ink availability and checking ink fountains
• Setting fold during make-readies and checking trim sheets
• Effective communication with plate room and paper warehouse
• Washing up the press and assisting with preventative maintenance

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Not specified