Press Operator 2-Stern

RR Donnelley; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 36,175 - 48,284; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading global printing company is seeking a dedicated operator for their press equipment in St. Charles, Illinois. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining equipment, making quality adjustments, and performing preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate should have thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures and safety standards.
• Skill to understand and apply job specifications for optimal press usage.
• Experience in making precise adjustments and performing maintenance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures

Ability to read and understand job specifications

Precise settings of controls

Routine operational maintenance skills

Knowledge of packing pressure for printing

Skill in using a micrometer

Job description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. 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.

• 3rd Shift hours (11pm to 7am)
• 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

Qualifications

• Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifiactions, 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 salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $26.26 - $35.05/ 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 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 and tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

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

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Printing Services