Digital Press Operator Apprentice 3rd Shift

RR Donnelley; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

RR Donnelley in Cudahy, Wisconsin is seeking a Press Equipment Operator for 3rd shift. This role involves setting up and maintaining press equipment, ensuring quality through precise adjustments, and performing routine maintenance. Candidates should possess thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures.

The starting pay ranges from $20 to $26 per hour, depending on skills and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with paid time off and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures and materials.
• Ability to read job specifications and determine press settings.
• Skills in performing routine operational maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
• Perform make-ready tasks like hanging plates and installing cylinders.
• Make necessary color corrections and press adjustments.

Skills

Knowledge of offset printing procedures

Skill to read and understand job specifications

Skill to make precise settings of controls

Routine operational maintenance skills

Micrometer usage for plate alignment

Job description

Job Description

Available Shifts

3rd Shift: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM

• Rotating schedule of 3 days one week and 4 days the next week. Includes working Saturday/Sunday every other week.

Compensation

Starting Pay Range: $20.00/hr - $26.00/hr

3rd Shift Premium: $3/hr

Job Duties

• 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

• 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.

Additional Information

The pay range for this role at the noted location is $20.00 to $26.00 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. 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, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

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