Lead Multicolor Offset Press Operator

Smurfit Westrock plc; Marion (NC); In loco; USD 42.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Smurfit Westrock plc is seeking a Press Operator A to manage sheet-fed offset printing and lead Assistant Press Operators. The role prints single and multi-color jobs from lithographic plates, maintaining color accuracy and registration throughout runs.

You will set up presses, monitor quality, train junior operators, and ensure safety and SQF compliance in a fast-paced production environment. This position requires accuracy and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Competenze

• 1–2 year work-related experience in a manufacturing environment running a multiple color printing press.
• Good understanding of measurements and tolerances.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work with little supervision.

Mansioni

• Record sheet counts and perform line clearance.
• Examine job order to determine quantity, stock, colors, and printing instructions.
• Verify copy to customer approval or signed color standard.
• Set plates and fountains; save plate setting to computer.
• Fill ink and dampening solution fountains; adjust ink flow to plate cylinder.
• Load or remove printing plates; lock coating plates in position.
• Start press and inspect ink density, paper position, and registration.
• Assist in repair and preventive maintenance of press.
• Serve as trainer for Press Operator B and C positions.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE; adhere to 5S and SQF guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Printing Manager or Shift Supervisor.

Conoscenze

Mathematical ability

Problem-solving skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Independence/initiative

Attention to detail

Strumenti

Spectrophotometer

Densitometer

Printing press

Descrizione del lavoro

Smurfit Westrock plc is seeking a Press Operator A to manage sheet-fed offset printing and lead Assistant Press Operators. The role prints single and multi-color jobs from lithographic plates, maintaining color accuracy and registration throughout runs.

You will set up presses, monitor quality, train junior operators, and ensure safety and SQF compliance in a fast-paced production environment. This position requires accuracy and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.