Multicolor Offset Press Operator

RRD; Angola (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

RRD is seeking a skilled offset press operator to set up, adjust and run single or multi-color presses at our Indiana facility. You will perform make-ready tasks, inspect plates, install cylinders, and ensure correct image positioning and color accuracy throughout production.

The role requires experience with press maintenance, minor repairs, and adherence to safety standards. Overtime, shift differentials, and comprehensive benefits are included in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, equipment and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Must have sufficient knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate use of the press and corrective adjustments required to run efficiently.
• 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.
• Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain single or multi-color offset press
• 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

Job description

RRD is seeking a skilled offset press operator to set up, adjust and run single or multi-color presses at our Indiana facility. You will perform make-ready tasks, inspect plates, install cylinders, and ensure correct image positioning and color accuracy throughout production.

The role requires experience with press maintenance, minor repairs, and adherence to safety standards. Overtime, shift differentials, and comprehensive benefits are included in this on-site position.