Press Feeder Operator (3rd Shift)

The company name is \"Not Available\".; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Not Available is seeking a Press Feeder Operator for the 3rd shift to load and unload materials, monitor press operation, and maintain ink flow for continuous production. The role requires standing most of the day and basic mechanical aptitude, with on‑the‑job training available.

Responsibilities include assisting with press setup, replenishing stock, maintaining quality ink levels, and supporting maintenance tasks while ensuring a safe work environment. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Mechanical aptitude required or demonstrated.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to monitor gauges, dials, and indicators on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders or receive verbal instructions to determine ink, stock and equipment needed for production.
• Assist press operator with press setup including hanging of plates and blankets on press cylinders using hand tools.
• Keep press supplied with paper stock of top quality.
• Pour ink into reservoirs and maintain ink agitator.
• Remove loaded pallets of printed material using pallet jack and replace with empty pallets.
• Periodically assist with preventative maintenance duties.
• Maintain attention to detail and ensure safe working conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Organizational skills

Operation monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Press Feeder Operator (3rd Shift) loads materials into and removes materials from printing press machines. Inspects materials for defects and ensures materials are fed into machines and equipment as required by the work orders. The position is responsible for lifting or moving heavy materials as needed. The Press Feeder is in charge of setting up the press by keeping the press continuously running with materials, placing ink in the fountains, preparing for sheet size and also color washing from one color to another.

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Review work order or may receive verbal instructions to determine ink, stock and equipment needed for production.
• Assist press operator with press set up including hanging of plates and blankets on press cylinders using hand tools.
• Keep press supplied with paper stock of top quality.
• Pour ink into reservoirs of printing unit and maintains ink agitator.
• Remove loaded pallet of printed material from stacking mechanism using pallet jack and replace with empty pallet.
• Periodically may need to help with preventative maintenance duties.
• Pay close attention to small detail through out the process.
• Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma
• Previous machine experience preferred, but will train.
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills
• Operation monitoring skills by watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Ability to be on feet the majority of the work day

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Travel Required

No .

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