Offset Press Operator

Plasticard Locktech International; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Plasticard Locktech International in North Las Vegas, NV is seeking a skilled Pressman to operate offset presses with UV inks. You will set up the press, adjust inks and water balance, and monitor UV curing to ensure high-quality output.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in offset printing, experience with 40" Komori, Heidelberg, and ManRoland presses, and a solid eye for color and detail. This full-time role requires safety focus and ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of offset printing operations experience.
• Familiarity with 40" Komori, Heidelberg, and ManRoland presses is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a good eye for color.
• Ability to handle potentially hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and follow company policies.
• Understand job ticket information and customer requirements.
• Inspect printing material for conformance to specifications.
• Proof plates to ensure correct graphics before production.
• Set rollers, hang plates, apply ink, and operate press.
• Set up make-ready sheets and ensure proper layout.
• Monitor ink balance and UV curing during production.
• Perform preventive maintenance and other related duties.

Skills

Press operation

Color accuracy

Safety compliance

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

40" Komori

Heidelberg

ManRoland

Job description

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Job Summary: The primary responsibility of the Pressman is to perform the duties involved in offset printing running UV inks. These duties include setting up press, cleaning machine, troubleshooting technological problems and maintaining printing equipment. This position is also responsible for record keeping of work completed and job history.

Essential Job Functions:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and performs job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Understand job ticket information to determine quantity, special work instructions, and any other special customer requirements.
• Locate and inspect the printing material to assure conformance to the specified requirements.
• Proof plates to assure correct graphics before production.
• Set Rollers, hang plates, apply ink, set fountain settings, and perform all related machine operation to operate press.
• Run make ready sheets- line up for proper position and layout.
• Demonstrate the ability to start up and operate the press efficiently.
• Bring process colors and/or special colors into register.
• Achieve ink and water balance.
• Set and adjust inks to achieve required colors-matching specified requirements.
• Adjust and maintain ink levels during production to match specified requirements.
• Achieve and monitor UV Lighting levels to assure proper curing rate to prevent offset and delamination.
• Examine press sheets during production for normal and special variation.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in offset printing operations and prep work
• Knowledge and experience with 40\" Komori, Heidelberg, and ManRoland printing presses a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with a good eye for color
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle potentially hazardous materials
• Must possess a high standard of personal integrity.
• Must be able to interact with all levels within the organization
• Previous experience as a lead pressman
• Ability to follow instructions to assist in operation and maintenance
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail
• Able to work overtime as needed
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language
• Math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Positive attitude and good teamwork skills