Lithographic Press Operator

MCC Label; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

MCC Label in South Carolina is seeking an experienced Lithographic Press Operator to run our Komori 6 Color sheetfed presses, ensure print quality, and monitor press conditions throughout production.

Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years setting up and operating sheet-fed presses, be able to read job specifications, follow safe procedures, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed. Join MCC’s commitment to reliable, high-quality labels and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience setting up and running sheet-fed presses.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications.
• Ability to communicate in English and follow written instructions.
• Physical ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform routine press maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate Komori 6 Color sheetfed presses safely and efficiently.
• Complete makeready and adjust press components for quality and accuracy.
• Replace worn rollers and adjust pressure between rollers as needed.
• Wash blankets and clean ink systems and distribution rollers.
• Perform color or register corrections to meet quality specs before production.
• Read and follow job specifications to determine materials needed.
• Instruct and guide junior press assistants as required.

Skills

Teamwork

English communication

Reading measurements

Tools

Sheet-fed press equipment

Job description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

The Lithographic Press Operator is an essential member of the team, responsible for the manufacturing of printed labels while continuously monitoring label quality and press conditions.

Why Work At MCC

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)
• Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating holidays

Responsibilities

• The Printing press operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our Komori 6 Color sheetfed presses.
• Complete makeready, adjusting press components, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools.
• Removes and replaces worn rollers and adjusts pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools.
• Wash blankets and clean ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press.
• Makes necessary color or register corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials.
• Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product.
• Ability to make adjustments to feeder and feed board (e.g., ability to adjust suctions and blast front and side guides and the timing of the head stops).
• Skill in performing routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• Ability to instruct and provide guidance to junior level press assistants

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a team environment. Ability to make and read measurements.
• Ability to communicate in English -read, understand and carry out written instructions.
• Ability to understand verbal instructions.
• The physical demands require standing, using hands to feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear.
• This position requires frequent walking.
• Occasionally employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous eye concentration.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs
• Other duties as assigned
• Minimum 2 years previous experience setting up and running sheet fed presses
• Previous experience in the operation of a sheet fed press equipment

For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted premium labels for the world’s most iconic and recognizable brands. Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.

MCC combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service through our network of facilities across 25+ countries. More than 12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where every product is Labeled with Care.

Learn more at www.mcclabel.com.

Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.