Quality Control Analyst (Press)

What You’ll Do

• Conduct regular, scheduled, and unscheduled inspections of live print runs to verify that color, registration, and fold accuracy meet established customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Perform thorough evaluations of press signatures, identify defects or variances early in the production process, and immediately notify press operators to make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain meticulous quality control logs and reports for every job, detailing any issues identified, the corrective actions taken, and the final status of the product.
• Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols within the press department.
• Work closely with Press Operators, Floor Supervisors, and Pre-press teams to communicate quality issues effectively and provide constructive feedback to improve future performance.
• Identify root causes of recurring print defects to help minimize spoilage and improve overall department efficiency.
• Aid in tracking quality metrics and trends, participating in process improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean/Six Sigma principles) to enhance production quality.

What You’ll Need

• A High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
• Previous experience in a printing, manufacturing, or quality assurance environment is highly preferred.
• Exceptional eye for color, detail, and pattern recognition; must be able to detect subtle variations in ink density and registration.
• Ability to interpret complex job tickets, press proofs, and technical specifications.
• Ability to analyze data and process flow to identify trends or potential production bottlenecks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively report findings to press crews and management.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced production environment, managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in basic computer software (Microsoft Office, internal tracking systems) to maintain accurate electronic records.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move around the pressroom floor for the duration of the shift.
• Frequent use of hands to type, finger, handle, grasp, or touch objects and tools.
• Frequently required to talk and listen.
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 - 40 pounds.

What We Offer

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 3% 401(K) company contribution
• Employee assistance program
• TelaDoc services