GPS- Apprentice Press Operator

Gannett; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

Full benefits

Job summary

Gannett Publishing Services / USA TODAY CO in Knoxville, TN seeks a press operator apprentice. You will set up and run the offset web press, learn routine maintenance, and keep the press clean between runs, working collaboratively with the press crew.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of offset web press experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to read and follow English instructions. Shift flexibility and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years offset web press experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work varying shifts according to business needs.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret press layout and web leads.
• Make ready and operate offset web press.
• Monitor printed products and adjust for quality during runs.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Clean press after production run.

Skills

Offset press operation

Color understanding

English reading/writing

Team player

Preventive maintenance basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Densitometer

PECOM systems

Aurosys

MAN Roland press systems

2;3;3 jaw folder

Job description

PRESS OPERATOR (APPRENTICE)

Gannett Publishing Services / USA TODAY CO

Knoxville, TN

Press operator (apprentice or journeyman) will be part of the press crew operating the press. They will set-up and operate the press normally but also involved with entry level preventive maintenance such as roller settings, cleaning units and changing blankets.

Ideal candidate has prior press experience on a similar newspaper press. Understand of color and understanding of offset printing. Must be able to read instructions in English and follow verbal instructions in English. Fast paced operation and must be good team player.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret press layout and web leads
• Make ready and operate offset web press
• Monitor printed products and make adjustments as needed during press run to ensure they meet quality standards
• Perform routine preventative maintenance
• Clean press after production run

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years offset web press experience
• Basic computer skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to work varying shifts according to business needs
• Skilled in trouble-shooting
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills

Experience with the following is a plus:

• Densitometer
• Operation of a 2;3;3 jaw folder
• Tension control of multiple web leads
• Aurosys and PECOM systems
• MAN Roland RegioMan or GeoMan press operation

The Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO (Paid Time Off) annually, increases to 25 days after reaching 3rd year anniversary
• Full Time Benefits with the company the first of the month following your hire date. Medical, Dental and Vision

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