Press Operator 3rd Shift

RR Donnelley; Macedonia (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled 3rd shift Press Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, adjusting, and maintaining printing presses to produce high-quality print work. Your expertise in operating complex machinery and performing routine maintenance will be crucial in ensuring optimal performance. This position offers competitive hourly pay along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement options. If you are passionate about the printing industry and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Employer/partner discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with printing press operations is essential.
• Mechanical skills for adjustments and maintenance are required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain gravure or multi-color offset presses.
• Make necessary color corrections and adjustments prior to production.

Skills

Experience operating a printing press

Skill in complex manipulations and mechanical procedures

Ability to read and understand job specifications

Skill in using a micrometer

Job description

Job Description

3rd shift Press Operator 10pm - 6am

1. 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, including large solids, screen tints, line, and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical.
2. Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet-wise or work and turn).
3. 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 for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register, etc.
4. Makes necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production to meet and maintain quality specifications.
5. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required.
6. Perform periodic maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a printing press.
• Skill in complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to set up, make adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work.
• Ability to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, settings, and materials needed for successful job completion.
• Skill in using a 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 - $30 per hour. Starting pay is determined based on factors such as education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, performance, shift, location, and business needs. Roles typically follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. The total compensation may include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or standby pay. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and other voluntary coverages, as well as parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Compensation

$26 - $30 per hour