Press Operator 2 (sheetfed press)

RR Donnelley & Sons; Montpelier Forest (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Employer discounts

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons in Montpelier Forest, Maryland, is seeking a skilled printing operator. This role involves setting up, adjusting, and operating various press equipment while ensuring high-quality output.

The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in offset printing procedures and possesses the ability to make precise adjustments and perform routine maintenance. Compensation includes a pay rate of $35.29 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures and materials.
• Ability to determine appropriate press usage and settings.
• Experience performing routine operational maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety requirements for equipment.
• Ability to make color corrections prior to production.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate press equipment.
• Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the press.
• Make necessary color corrections and adjustments.
• Clean and maintain the press, making minor repairs.
• Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Skills

Knowledge of offset printing procedures

Skill to read and understand job specifications

Skill to make precise settings of controls

Routine operational maintenance skills

Knowledge of packing pressure for printing

Skill in use of micrometer

Job description

Company Description

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.

• RRD's Mount Vernon Printing is the Mid-Atlantic hub for commercial print. We have two Komori 6‑color, 40″ sheetfed presses and one Heidelberg 6‑color, 40″ sheetfed press. Applicants with experience with either of these presses are encouraged to apply. We are a union shop.

Job Description

• The position is responsible for setting up, adjusting, operating, and maintaining a number of press equipment.
• Perform all make‑ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examining plates/cylinders for imperfections and checking 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.
• Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

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.
• Skill 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.

Additional Information

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

The rate of pay for this role at the noted location is $35.29 per hour. In addition to base pay, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call‑in, and stand‑by pay. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

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

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