1st Press Operator

Autajon Packaging; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in packaging solutions is seeking a Printing Press Operator in Plainfield, NJ. The candidate will be responsible for setting up and maintaining offset printing press equipment, ensuring quality and compliance with customer specifications. The role also emphasizes continuous learning and maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating offset printing press equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain printing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain offset printing press equipment.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality control.
• Conduct weekly maintenance on machinery and report issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Color matching

Tools

Color control tools

Job description

Properly set up and maintain offset printing press equipment.
Read job bag and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
Print orders following the information and specifics listed on the job bag with an emphasis on accuracy.
Assure complete customer satisfaction with the quality of the printed product, including exact color match.
Produce high quality work meeting established production standards.
Use, maintain and troubleshoot color control tools.
Inspect for defects before and during run. Set inspection control device and make necessary corrections.
Follow printing procedures and clearly identify problem areas on loads (blue line) and note on checklist and breakdown.
Collect and input production information into Company's PDE system.
Conduct weekly maintenance on machinery, reporting any issues or problems to appropriate supervisor.
Continuously learn new processes to increase efficiency as well as maintaining proficiency in operation of all current equipment.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working area at all times to efficiently produce materials.
Request materials in a timely manner. Communicate urgency of materials needed to Supervisor.
Perform additional duties/projects as assigned by management and/or Supervisor.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must learn and comply with all Cultech, Inc. safety rules; reference to employee handbook.