Web Press Operator - Nights**Sign On Bonus $1000**

About the role

RRD is looking for an energetic, and highly motivated team member to join our team of Press Operators at our Elk Grove Village facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate web printing press to print quality production, maintain quality of product, lead and direct press crew, maintain press, and work on other operation duties as directed by the supervisors
• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a Litho Press, In-line double web press, Harris M10, and a mini web 6 color web printing press or multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements
• Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn)
• Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc
• Makes necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required
• Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer
• Act as a leader in providing and promoting a safe and injury-free work environment
• Responsible for all aspects of the operation of the press and press crew
• Responsible for over all quality of the printed product including color reproduction, product specifications, imaging quality and postal specifications
• Determines when product is suitable for saving
• Responsible for producing a sample-quality product
• Provides accurate documentation of time, materials, impressions, waste, and run speeds
• Communicates information effectively with other crews and departments, scheduling, prepress, maintenance
• Covers make-ready process by reviewing job information, establishing make-ready plan, and assigning responsibilities to crew members
• Responsible for maintaining a Preventive Maintenance Program for the press, and using the “Request For Action” system to notify the maintenance department of issues with the equipment
• Share your expertise and help train other employees as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully
• Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment
• Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
• Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run
• Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly
• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-8 years web press-printing experience
• Knowledge of in-line finishing, die cutting, inserters, imagers, color and register is required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-8 years web press-printing experience

Special Skills

• Communication skills
• Troubleshooting/Problem-Solving Skills
• Mechanical Aptitude

Shifts

Shifts: 7pm - 7am/ 3 days on 4 days off rotating every 8 weeks

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• Tuition assistance
• Maternity leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employer/partner discounts

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The pay range for this role at the noted location is $27.34 to $39.29 per hour. The actual rate of pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans