Plateroom / Production Helper

Adams MultiMedia LLC; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams MultiMedia of the Rockies is seeking a Plateroom / Production Helper to prepare printing plates for daily runs, specials, and commercial jobs. This hands-on role requires timeliness, accuracy, and teamwork as you ensure plates are ready for press.

You will operate or assist with CTP machines, work with the NewsWay system to manage layouts, and help in pressroom or mailroom as needed while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Comfortable with computers and willing to learn the systems used in production.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail and meet deadlines.
• Able to work solo when needed but contribute effectively in a team.
• Experience in printing, production, or manufacturing is helpful but training will be provided.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Build and prep printing plates for daily runs and special jobs on time.
• Run and monitor CTP machines to ensure clean and correct output.
• Work with the NewsWay system to maintain layouts and workflow.
• Handle basic upkeep and troubleshooting on plateroom equipment.
• Keep workspace clean and organized.
• Collaborate with the crew to hit deadlines and keep production moving.
• Assist in pressroom or mailroom as needed to support production.

Job description

Job Title: Plateroom / Production Helper

What Youll Be Doing

Youll be in the plateroom getting plates ready to roll for our daily papers, preprints, and commercial jobs. This is a hands-on role where timing matterswhen its go-time, you make sure everythings prepped, running right, and ready for press. Youll also jump in wherever needed, whether thats the pressroom or mailroom, to keep production moving.

Day-to-Day Work

• Build and prep printing plates for daily runs and special jobson time, no excuses
• Run and keep an eye on the CTP (computer-to-plate) machines to make sure everythings coming out clean and correct
• Work with the NewsWay system to keep layouts and production flowing right
• Handle basic upkeep and troubleshooting on plateroom equipmentkeep things running, dont let problems sit
• Keep your workspace clean and squared away
• Work alongside the crew to hit deadlines and keep the whole operation on track
• Step in and help in the pressroom or mailroom when neededteam effort all the way
• Follow safety rules and use your head around equipment

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent is a plus
• Experience in printing, production, or manufacturing helps, but well train the right person
• Comfortable with computers and willing to learn the systems we use
• Pays attention to the details and doesnt miss deadlines
• Can work solo when needed but pulls their weight with the team

Physical Side Of The Job

• On your feet most of the shift
• Lifting and moving up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive work in a production settingthis isnt a desk job

Work Environment

• Print shop settingmachines running, things moving, real work getting done
• Primary shift is 2nd shift : Tuesday - Friday 2pm - Midnight, though shifts can include early mornings, evenings, and weekends depending on the scheduling needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Adams MultiMedia of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.