Offset Web Press Roll Tender - Make-Ready & Load

RR Donnelley & Sons; Quail Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons is seeking a press operator to load rolls of paper onto the automatic splicing unit of a web offset press, inspect for defects, and prepare the press for printing.

Responsibilities include applying adhesive, threading paper through press components, loading stock, and assisting with make-ready tasks such as hanging plates and cleaning press components while maintaining safety and attendance. Overtime and flexible scheduling may be required.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials.
• Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Ability to make adjustments to auto splicer.
• Knowledge to load paper and prepare slice for continuous operation.
• Knowledge of materials and requirements for press.
• Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to flex schedule to meet production needs.

Responsibilities

• Load rolls of paper onto the automatic splicing unit of a web offset press.
• Inspect rolls for blemishes or tears and cut away damaged areas.
• Roll paper into the splicer loading position and secure chucks to shafts.
• Apply adhesive strip and load backup roll for automatic splicing.
• Remove rolled paper after splicing and tidy press area.
• May operate a mechanical truck to move rolls to the press area.
• Assist with make-ready tasks such as hanging plates and prepping blankets.
• Keep press clean and load flat stock for sheet fed presses.

Skills

Read job specs

Auto splicer operation

Lift up to 50 lbs

Overtime readiness

Good attendance

Tools

Auto splicer

Press operation

Job description

RR Donnelley & Sons is seeking a press operator to load rolls of paper onto the automatic splicing unit of a web offset press, inspect for defects, and prepare the press for printing.

Responsibilities include applying adhesive, threading paper through press components, loading stock, and assisting with make-ready tasks such as hanging plates and cleaning press components while maintaining safety and attendance. Overtime and flexible scheduling may be required.