Press Operator 3 - Days **$2000 Sign on Bonus**

RR Donnelley; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of marketing and supply chain solutions is seeking a Press Operator 3 to operate web printing presses in Elk Grove Village. This full-time position requires proven experience in printing with a strong focus on quality and production standards. The role includes operating multi-color offset presses and maintaining press equipment, with a significant bonus offering to attract skilled candidates.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Maternity and adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Requires 7-10 years of web press-printing experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of techniques, equipment, and safety requirements is necessary.
• Ability to read job specifications and press capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain web printing press to produce high-quality print jobs.
• Lead and direct press crew; ensure safety standards are followed.
• Monitor and adjust press settings to meet production specifications.

Skills

Troubleshooting/Problem-Solving Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Knowledge of in-line finishing

Skills in use of micrometer

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Press Operator 3 - Days **$2000 Sign on Bonus**

• Full-time
• Navy MOS: LI:Lithographer
• Marine MOS: 4620:Combat Lithographer
• Army MOS: 83F:Printing and Bindery Specialist
• Department: Production & Manufacturing
• Shift: 12 Hr Night Shift-Ro

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.

RRD is looking for an energetic, and highly motivated team member to join our team of Press Operators at our Elk Grove Village facility.

Operate web printing press to print quality production, maintain quality of product, lead and direct press crew, maintain press, and work on other operation duties as directed by the supervisors

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.

Act as a leader in providing and promoting a safe andinjury-free work environment.

Responsible for all aspects of the operation of the press and press crew.

Responsible for over all quality of the printed product including color reproduction, product specifications, imaging quality and postal specifications.

Determines when product is suitable for saving.

Responsible for producing a sample-quality product.

Monitors other crew member’s progress while performing their responsibilities.

Provides accurate documentation of time, materials, impressions, waste, and run speeds.

Communicates information effectively with other crews and departments, scheduling, prepress, maintenance.

Coordinates make-ready process by reviewing job information, establishing make-ready plan, and assigning responsibilities to crew members.

Responsible for maintaining a Preventive Maintenance Program for the press, and using the “Request For Action” system to notify the maintenance department of issues with the equipment.

Other responsibilities as required

RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

Must be able to work 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM shift

Sign Bonus $2000 (distributed in monthly payments based on performance review)

Hourly Rate Disclosure Statement: The pay range for this role at the noted location is $30.30 to $43.30 per hour. The actual rate of 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, 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, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts

• Previous experience working as a Press Operator 2 or 3 in Direct Mail or similar industry
• 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 awide 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 a micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.
• Troubleshooting/Problem-Solving Skills, Mechanical AptitudeManagement skills, coordinating the activities of other crew members.
• High School Diploma or GED
• 7-10 years of web press-printing experience.
• Knowledge of in-line finishing, die cutting, inserters, imagers, color, and register - required