Press Operator II (56898)

About the role

MRP is searching for a passionate and agile Press Operator II who is a problem-solver and excited by challenges and the opportunity to build something great with us. As a Press Operator II in the Press Department, you will be responsible for assisting the 1st Press Operator with make-ready, operating, and maintaining the printing press.

Responsibilities

• Insert packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing height
• Fasten reinforcing bars to offset blankets, and install plates and blankets on press cylinders
• Make adjustments to achieve pressure required for printing
• Adjust press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools
• Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools
• Wash blankets, and clean ink, ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press
• Assist Press Operator by making necessary color, register corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work

Qualifications

• Possess an ability to work as a team with the Press Operator III and embrace how your job impacts the whole team
• Strong attention to detail
• Have the ability to accept feedback and use it to grow in your position
• Must have basic computer skills or the ability to learn basic skills
• Experience in the operation of sheet-fed press equipment and basic offset press functions a must
• Skill in performing routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment under guidance of senior level Press Operators

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience running a press machine KBA preferred
• GED or High School Equivalent

Physical requirements and work environment

Physical demands:

• Standing/Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 2 hours per shift)
• Lifting/Carrying: Regularly lift and move materials up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive Motions: Frequent use of hands and arms for machine operation and material handling
• Visual/Manual Requirements: Ability to read gauges, color, measure materials, and perform quality checks

Environmental conditions:

• Noise Level: Exposure to moderate to high noise levels; hearing protection provided
• Safety Gear: Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and gloves required
• Other Factors: Exposure to dust, ink, or chemicals used in production

Benefits

• Safety-First, People-First Culture
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays
• 4-day weekends
• 401K Employer Contributions
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance options
• Short and long-term disability options
• Life Insurance

Schedule

Full-time position; standard schedule is 6:00pm-6:00am 3 days/weekend Friday-Sunday (36 hours per week).