Platemaker - Pressroom Specialist (Night Shift)

AgUpdate; Rockaway (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO in Rockaway, NJ seeks a full-time Pressroom Platemaker to support daily newspaper production on double-wide presses. You will ensure pages are processed, plated, and delivered accurately and on schedule at the Rockaway facility.

Responsibilities include operating CTP equipment, monitoring workflows, verifying file integrity, communicating with Editorial Operations, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in web offset printing, prepress operations, newspaper production, or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with computer systems and production workflows.
• Ability to monitor multiple systems simultaneously in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including professional phone communications with Editorial Operations, remote centers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to identify, elevate, and resolve workflow issues involving file transmission, page receipt, or production schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, adapt to changing production demands, and meet deadlines.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and production monitoring software.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a team environment.
• Color vision is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and calibrate Computer-To-Plate (CTP) systems, plate processors, and optical benders.
• Monitor incoming page files and production workflows to ensure all products are received, processed, and plated on time.
• Verify page completeness, file integrity, and production readiness prior to plating.
• Monitor NewsWay and related workflow systems for late, missing, or failed file transmissions.
• Communicate with Editorial Operations, production facilities, and other stakeholders regarding late files or production concerns.
• Respond to workflow alerts and troubleshoot file delivery issues to minimize delays.
• Maintain accurate records of production activity, workflow interruptions, and equipment performance.
• Monitor plate, chemistry, and consumable inventories and communicate replenishment needs.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Assist with pressroom operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Web offset printing

Mechanical aptitude

Production workflows

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving abilities

Multi-tasking

Color vision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production monitoring software

Job description

Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO in Rockaway, NJ seeks a full-time Pressroom Platemaker to support daily newspaper production on double-wide presses. You will ensure pages are processed, plated, and delivered accurately and on schedule at the Rockaway facility.

Responsibilities include operating CTP equipment, monitoring workflows, verifying file integrity, communicating with Editorial Operations, and maintaining records.