Lead Offset Press Operator - Production & Troubleshooting

Vista Color; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Color is seeking an experienced Offset Press Operator to join the Press Room team. You will operate and maintain the press and related equipment, ensuring ink/water balance and adherence to customer quality standards.

The role requires 3+ years of press experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long shifts, and a strong understanding of offset printing processes. Day, night, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of press experience.
• Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to stand for a full shift (12 hours).
• Detailed knowledge of offset printing process and color accuracy.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Good interpersonal skills to guide a team.
• Solid organizational skills and methodical approach.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain press and related equipment to meet production standards and quality requirements.
• Know setup and maintenance procedures for the entire press.
• Troubleshoot issues and maintain ink and water balance.
• Maintain maintenance logs and guide crew during maintenance windows.
• Direct crew during maintenance and assignments.
• Set rollers and perform routine press adjustments as needed.
• Perform maintenance during delays to minimize downtime.
• Monitor ink densities to customer specifications.
• Attend Operator meetings and participate in continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Supervisors to improve procedures and processes.
• Support training and development of Pressroom staff.

Skills

Press experience

Lift heavy objects

Stand 12 hours

Color accuracy

Reading & math

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Vista Color is seeking an experienced Offset Press Operator to join the Press Room team. You will operate and maintain the press and related equipment, ensuring ink/water balance and adherence to customer quality standards.

The role requires 3+ years of press experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long shifts, and a strong understanding of offset printing processes. Day, night, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required.