Press Operator 3 - Apprentice

RRD; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 37,195 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

RRD is seeking a Press Operator in Durham, North Carolina. The role involves setting up, adjusting, operating, and maintaining gravure and offset printing presses. Candidates should have comprehensive knowledge of printing techniques and the ability to perform routine maintenance and adjustments.

The position offers a competitive pay range of $27.00 - $50.00/hour, along with various benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with match.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of techniques and procedures for printing processes.
• Skill in making major adjustments and performing routine maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand job specifications and press capabilities.
• Proficient in using a micrometer for plate mounting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate gravure and offset presses for printing tasks.
• Review job specs to determine proper press setup.
• Perform make-ready tasks and quality checks.
• Maintain equipment and perform necessary repairs.

Skills

Press setup and operation

Mechanical adjustment skills

Color correction

Equipment maintenance

Job 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.
• Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to the 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 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

The national pay range for this role is $27.00 - $50.00/hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location of the hired employee. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. 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, plus tuition assistance, parental leave, adoption 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.