Press Assistant: Print Production & Color Control

RR Donnelley & Sons; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

RRD in Durham, NC is seeking a Press Assistant to support press runs, verify specs, and ensure setup accuracy. You will monitor ink, paper, and reels, assist with make-readies, and work with press operators to uphold quality and safety standards.

We offer $15.00–$25.00 per hour plus overtime and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with match. RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Experience in a printing environment preferred.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Able to follow safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly.
• Inspects fountain solution, inking systems, rolls of paper and related mechanisms.
• Maintains proper paper inventory and records usage/spoilage.
• Ensures paper is unwrapped, mounted, and ready to be spliced.
• Monitors paper flow, prepares new rolls as needed, and assists maintenance.
• Supports make-readies and adjusts ink/solvent/varnish to match color requirements.
• Adheres to safety policies, including handling hazardous waste and PPE.
• Performs other duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Printing experience

Attention to safety

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

RRD in Durham, NC is seeking a Press Assistant to support press runs, verify specs, and ensure setup accuracy. You will monitor ink, paper, and reels, assist with make-readies, and work with press operators to uphold quality and safety standards.

We offer $15.00–$25.00 per hour plus overtime and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with match. RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.