Press Operator 2 - 3rd shift

RR Donnelley; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 27,813 - 46,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Sign-on bonus of $2000

Job summary

RR Donnelley in Quakertown, Bucks County is seeking a skilled press operator responsible for setting up, adjusting, and maintaining press equipment. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of offset printing procedures and safety requirements, with abilities in operational maintenance and minor repairs.

The hourly pay ranges from $20.19 to $33.78, with additional bonuses available. RRD offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) match. Join us for the 3rd shift, from Sunday to Thursday, 11 pm to 7 am.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures and safety requirements.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications.
• Ability to perform routine operational maintenance and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
• Perform make-ready tasks such as hanging plates, installing cylinders.
• Clean and lubricate the press, replacing worn parts as necessary.

Skills

Offset printing knowledge

Understanding job specifications

Routine equipment maintenance

Adjustment of press controls

Micrometer usage

Job description

Job Description

• The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment
• 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

Shift

Shift: 3rd - Sunday - Thursday 11pm to 7am

Shift Premium: $3 per hour

Sign on Bonus: $2000 (new hires only)

Compensation

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $20.19 - $33.78 / hour. 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 a sign‑on bonus of $2000, 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.

Qualifications

• Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments
• 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 to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment
• Skilled in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
• Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run
• Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly

EEO & Background

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.