Press Operator (1st Shift)

RR Donnelley; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

A leading printing company in Wisconsin is seeking a Print Operator to manage and maintain gravure and offset presses. This full-time role involves setting up, adjusting, and operating the presses according to job specifications while ensuring high quality. Candidates should possess a deep knowledge of printing techniques and the ability to perform equipment maintenance. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package included, making it an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals in the printing industry.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of various printing techniques and equipment.
• Ability to perform major adjustments and routine maintenance.
• Skilled in reading job specifications and understanding press capabilities.
• Experience with micrometer for plate mounting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate gravure or multi-color offset press.
• Review job specifications for press setup.
• Perform make-ready tasks like hanging plates and adjusting tension.
• Make color corrections and adjust press settings as needed.
• Maintain the press and perform periodic maintenance.
• Train and support new team members.

Skills

Press operation and maintenance

Adjustment and setup

Color correction skills

Technical reading

Use of micrometer

Job description

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Base pay range

$49,920.00/yr - $79,040.00/yr

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and worldwide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Description

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical
• Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn)
• Perform all make‑ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc.
• Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required
• Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer
• Responsible for training and supporting new and existing team members

Qualifications

• Requires comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set‑up, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment to produce single‑, two‑, and/or multi‑color work to critical tolerances
• Skill in a wide variety of complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform a variety of tasks to set‑up, make major adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment to produce single‑, two‑, and/or multi‑color work
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully
• Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly

Additional Information

***Climate Controlled Environment***

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $24.15–$38.00/hr. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call‑in, and/or stand‑by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre‑employment background and drug screen.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Printing Services

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

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