Digital Press Operator

RR Donnelley; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the printing industry is seeking a skilled Press Operator in Durham, NC. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and maintaining press equipment, ensuring quality specifications are met. This role requires knowledge of offset printing procedures and the ability to perform routine maintenance and adjustments. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures and safety requirements.
• Skill to make precise settings and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
• Make necessary color corrections and adjustments to meet quality specifications.
• Perform periodic maintenance and minor repairs on the press.

Skills

Offset printing procedures

Job specifications reading

Precise settings adjustments

Tools

Micrometer

Job description

Job Description

• The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment
• 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.
• Make 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

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• HP Certification a plus
• 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 inroutine 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

Additional Information

The national pay range for this role is $24.00 to $27.00/ hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location of the hired employee. The actual 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 participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans