Digital Press Operator

GSP Retail; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

GSP Retail is seeking a Digital Press Operator to set up and run two press types, verify work orders, and adjust presses to meet quality and efficiency standards. The role includes maintaining press cleanliness and assisting with training while supporting other departments as needed.

Required is1 basic math ability, English communication, safety awareness, and willingness to lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend/overtime may be required to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Must have set-up/run experience on a press
• Must verify job/order details and perform 1st article inspection
• Good maintenance and cleaning practices for press area
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and work weekend/overtime as required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and in a team
• Demonstrates safety-conscious work habits
• Able to think creatively to solve production issues
• Demonstrates professional communication across all levels of staff

Responsibilities

• Set up and run a minimum of two press types
• Set up press according to GSP and industry specs
• Verify information on work orders and complete first article inspection
• Make press adjustments to meet quality standards
• Meet or exceed print efficiency targets
• Report issues to Managers/Supervisors and Maintenance
• Complete daily and weekly paperwork
• Maintain cleanliness of press and area; perform basic maintenance
• Maintain maintenance logs and report downtime
• Support other departments as required

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Organized

Manage large workload

Meet deadlines

Basic math fractions percentages

Pass skills test

English communication

Lift 50 lbs

Weekend/overtime availability

Safety conscious

Work independently

Team collaboration

Creative problem solving

Education

4-color process experience

Tools

Machine Setups

Shop Math

Job description

Job Summary

The Digital Press Operator is responsible for setting up print. Responsibilities include verifying the stock, ink and text of printed documents are correct and match the work order. Additionally, the Digital Press Operator is required to make the necessary press adjustments to ensure the printed products meet GSP quality standards and print efficiency standards. The Digital Press Operator is responsible for the cleanliness of the press, his or her press line and surrounding area, and the proper daily use and maintenance of the equipment required for Digital production. The Digital Press Operator will all assist with training and coaching of others as required.

Digital Press Operator Description

The Digital Press Operator is responsible for setting up print. Responsibilities include verifying the stock, ink and text of printed documents are correct and match the work order. Additionally, the Digital Press Operator is required to make the necessary press adjustments to ensure the printed products meet GSP quality standards and print efficiency standards. The Digital Press Operator is responsible for the cleanliness of the press, his or her press line and surrounding area, and the proper daily use and maintenance of the equipment required for Digital production. The Digital Press Operator will all assist with training and coaching of others as required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Ability to set-up and run a minimum of two different press types
• Set up press in accordance with GSP and industry specifications
• Verify information on work order is correct: job number, letter code, color type, files match work order, completing 1st article inspection, etc.
• Make press adjustments as required to ensure quality standards are met
• Meet or exceed print efficiency standards
• Communicate technical issues or problems to Managers and/or Supervisors as well Maintenance Technicians
• Complete daily & weekly paperwork as required
• Strong grasp of GSP’s workflow, processes, and procedures
• Complete maintenance logs and report press downtime as required
• Maintain cleanliness of press & press area, performing basic machine maintenance
• All other duties as requested, including supporting other departments

Position starts at $18.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• 4-color process experience, preferred

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

• Mechanical Aptitude, preferred
• Organized, with strong attention to detail
• Manage large workload, and maintain high quality and accuracy of work
• Meet deadlines and mitigate disruptions to workflow
• Knowledgeable in basic math, fractions, and percentages
• Ability to pass a basic skills test
• Ability to communicate (Read, speak, write, understand) in English
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Available for weekend work shifts & overtime as required
• Safety conscious with ability to perform job functions in a safe manner
• Ability to work alone and under minimal supervision
• Communicate professionally, effectively, and appropriately with all levels of employees
• Ability to think outside the box when creative solutions are needed
• Work well on a team and contribute positively to GSP culture

You Should Be Proficient In

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Shop Math Skills