Precision Multi-Color Press Operator

RRD; Hebron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RRD in Ohio is seeking an experienced press operator to set up, run, and maintain gravure and multi-color offset presses. You will handle large solids, color values, and registration to reproduce exact work and meet quality standards.

This role requires interpreting job specs, performing make-ready tasks, color corrections, and routine maintenance while ensuring safety and efficiency on the production line.

Qualifications

• Ability to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain gravure and multi-color presses to meet critical tolerances.
• Capable of color corrections and press adjustments to satisfy quality specifications.
• Experience with read-and-interpret job specifications and press capabilities.
• Skilled in measuring with micrometer and aligning printing plates.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain gravure and offset presses for single-, two-, or multi-color work.
• Review job specifications to determine press setup based on run imposition.
• Perform make-ready tasks: hanging plates, installing cylinders, prep blankets, and adjusting tension/registration.
• Make color corrections and adjust presses to meet quality standards.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform basic maintenance on presses; replace worn parts as needed.
• Perform periodic maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.

Skills

Press setup

Color control

Maintenance

Reading specs

Micrometer use

Tools

Gravure press

Offset press

Micrometer

Job description

RRD in Ohio is seeking an experienced press operator to set up, run, and maintain gravure and multi-color offset presses. You will handle large solids, color values, and registration to reproduce exact work and meet quality standards.

This role requires interpreting job specs, performing make-ready tasks, color corrections, and routine maintenance while ensuring safety and efficiency on the production line.