North Ave. Head Pressman

Printwell; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilson is seeking a Head Pressman for its Grand Rapids, MI operation. The role involves leading the press team to set up, run, and maintain a color printing press, while ensuring production targets and quality standards are met.

The successful candidate will review job tickets, communicate with customers and management, and actively participate in continuous improvement efforts. Physical requirements include lifting up to 25 lbs and performing related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead press crew and foster accountability, continuous improvement, and efficiency.
• Must review job tickets for accuracy and ensure customer requirements are met.
• Must be able to bend and lift 25 lbs. and perform related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct press crew to meet production requirements.
• Review job tickets for accuracy and ensure quality.
• Operate, set up, and perform basic preventative maintenance on the press.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pace software

Job description

As a lead member of the Gilson North Ave. press team, a Head Pressman is responsible for the set-up, operation, and preventative maintenance of the Man Roland 6/c – color printing press to consistently meet or exceed production requirements.

SUPERVISOR

Position reports to the Gilson - North Ave. Director of Operations

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must effectively lead and direct press crew(s) by fostering an environment of accountability, continuous improvement, and efficiency
• Must be able to review job tickets for accuracy

REQUIREMENTS

• To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to fulfill each role and perform each responsibility listed above
• Must possess intimate knowledge of customer requirements, standard practices, required materials, techniques, and processes
• Must be able to bend and lift 25 lbs.
• Must perform other related duties as required

Education and Training Requirements

• High School degree or above, and/or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Participation in a variety of professional training programs

Experience

• Press room supervisory experience preferred
• Motivated as a self-starter
• High degree of detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated commitment to quality

Knowledge and Aptitude

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Pace software
• Strong analytical and trouble shooting skills

Skills

• Communications Skills
  • Communicate effectively with people from varied abilities, backgrounds, and cultures
  • Ability to generate detailed reports
  • Must be able to professionally engage with customers, employees, and management
• Leadership Skills
  • Set goals and develop action plans
  • Build effective working relationships with others
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously

Gilson
2000 Oak Industrial Dr. NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505