Press Operator 3rd shift

RR Donnelley; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Press Operator for a 3rd shift position. This role involves setting up and operating a Komori press, ensuring quality standards are met through precise adjustments and maintenance. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills and a comprehensive understanding of printing techniques. The company offers a competitive hourly wage along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. Join a team dedicated to transforming customer engagement through innovative printing solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Discounts

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of printing techniques and equipment.
• Skill in mechanical procedures for multi-color printing.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate a Komori press for printing.
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs on the press.

Skills

Press Operation

Mechanical Skills

Color Correction

Reading Job Specifications

Tools

Komori Press

Micrometer

Job description

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 worldwide 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

This is a 3rd shift position, 11pm - 7am (and eligible for shift differential) for an EXPERIENCED Press Operator.

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a Komori press, including large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical.
• Review job specifications to determine 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, examining plates/cylinders for imperfections, and checking for correct image positioning, prepping blankets, adjusting tension, and registration.
• Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain quality specifications.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required.
• Perform periodic maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Requires comprehensive knowledge of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment for single-, two-, and/or multi-color work to critical tolerances.
• Skill in complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform setup, major adjustments, routine maintenance, and minor repairs of equipment for multi-color printing.
• Ability to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine appropriate press usage, settings, and materials.
• Skill in using a micrometer to mount and align printing plates correctly.

Additional Information

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $24 - $28/hour. Starting pay is determined based on relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other needs. The total compensation may include bonuses, overtime, shift differentials, call-in, and standby pay. RRD offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, parental leave, tuition assistance, and discounts.