Press Operator 3

RR Donnelley; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of printing solutions is seeking a Printing and Bindery Specialist in Tempe, Arizona. The role involves setting up and operating multi-color offset presses while ensuring quality through meticulous maintenance and adjustments. Ideal candidates should possess a comprehensive knowledge of printing techniques and have experience in mechanical procedures for equipment maintenance. This position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from USD 60,000 to USD 75,000.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of printing techniques and safety requirements.
• Skilled in complex manipulations for equipment setup and maintenance.
• Ability to read specifications and understand press capabilities.
• Proficient with micrometer for accurate plate mounting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-color offset press.
• Perform press adjustments and make necessary color corrections.
• Maintain and lubricate press ensuring operational efficiency.
• Conduct periodic maintenance as per manufacturer's guidelines.

Skills

Knowledge of techniques and procedures

Mechanical skills for maintenance

Ability to read job specifications

Use of micrometer for alignment

Job description

• Army MOS: 83F:Printing and Bindery Specialist
• Compensation: USD 60,000 - USD 75,000 - hourly

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 world-wide 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.
• Makes 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 comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set-ip, 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

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.