Offset Printing Apprentice: Hands-On Press Operator

RRD; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Maternity leave

Adoption assistance

Employer discounts

Job summary

RRD in Wisconsin (Cudahy) is seeking a press operator for 1st shift (6:00 AM–6:00 PM) with a rotating 3/4-day schedule and alternating weekends. Starting pay ranges from $20.00 to $26.00 per hour, with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Employment offers include equal opportunity and required pre-employment background checks. Experience operating offset presses, performing make-ready tasks, and ensuring print quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures and safety.
• Ability to read job specifications and select presses accordingly.
• Experience setting and adjusting press controls and performing routine maintenance.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Knowledge of printing pressure and packing for various jobs.
• Skill in mounting printing plates using a micrometer.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
• Perform all make-ready tasks for the press type.
• Make color corrections and adjustments to meet quality standards.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press; replace worn parts.
• Perform periodic maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.

Skills

Offset printing

Press operation

Color adjustments

Maintenance

Quality control

IA micrometer usage

Tools

Micrometer

Job description

RRD in Wisconsin (Cudahy) is seeking a press operator for 1st shift (6:00 AM–6:00 PM) with a rotating 3/4-day schedule and alternating weekends. Starting pay ranges from $20.00 to $26.00 per hour, with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Employment offers include equal opportunity and required pre-employment background checks. Experience operating offset presses, performing make-ready tasks, and ensuring print quality are essential.