PRESS ASSISTANT

Roles and Responsibilities

• Sets up, adjusts, maintains and operates press in absence of an operator.
• Reviews job ticket and selects the proper type and quantity of material.
• Affords assistance in material change-overs. Ensures correct material is present and organized for production runs.
• Cleans, lubricates and makes minor adjustments to maintain quality of production.
• Cleans and maintains press equipment (pans, pumps, anilox rolls, etc.) along with general common areas.
• Removes and mounts plates when needed.
• Replenishes inks and other raw material as needed.
• Notifies supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.
• Moves loads of printed and unprinted stock when necessary.
• Affords assistance with preventative maintenance of the press.
• Affords assistance with other printing processes as needed and as directed by supervision.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies.
• Follows established standard operating procedures.
• Completes required documentation.
• Assembles print cylinders and gears.
• Performs and reviews line clearance.
• Removes waste from the press area.
• Works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and/or validations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to pass a basic reading test.
• Must pass color vision test.
• Must pass color hue test.
• Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime.