Printer Apprentice

PAY RANGE

\$25.00 - 26.00 per hour (includes \$3.00/hr. shift differential)

HOURS

Our standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM. Depending on business needs, hours may occasionally be adjusted. This can include a Monday-Thursday schedule or reduced weekly hours (sometimes around 40 hours).

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

• Medical
• Dental
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match

LOCATION

Interprint, Inc.
101 Central Berkshire Blvd.
Pittsfield, MA
We are close to Lee, MA; Westfield, MA; Troy, NY and Albany, NY

JOB DETAILS

A qualified Printer Apprentice will have the following skills and abilities with a goal of continuing learning to become a Rotogravure Printer:

• Reliable transportation to and from the worksite
• Demonstrates a good attitude toward work and arrives on time for start of shift
• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Communicates well with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to lift 40 or more pounds
• Ability to see color and learn color theory
• Ability to work on Rotogravure Printing Presses, which are two stories high
• Previous work experience in same or a similar field; hands on trade
• Interested in the printing industry

TECHNICAL SKILLS & APTITUDE

• Mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn Rotogravure Printing Press operations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of vocational training in a machine shop
• Prior career advancement or demonstrated growth in previous roles
• Leadership ability or potential
• Prior experience in printing such as rotogravure; flexographic or offset printing

A qualified Printer Apprentice will be able to perform the following tasks to include but not limited to:

• Participate in on-the-job training program to acquire new skills and knowledge related to printing techniques and technologies.
• Assist in the setup and operation of printing equipment under the supervision of senior staff.
• Set up and assist the Rotogravure Printer with press operation
• Maintain job materials inventories and provide a clean work area
• Learn and understand color development techniques
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.