Press Operator I

Gannett; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 1,791,000 - 2,342,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannett Publishing Services in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Press Operator I for a Goss Magnum Newspaper Web Press. The role learns and performs printing tasks such as newsprint reel setup, plate processing, and basic ink setting.

Strong color vision and basic mechanical ability are required. Candidates should be reliable, able to work night shifts, weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule, and capable of lifting 50–60 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in web offset printing desirable; any production experience helpful.
• Mechanical ability and computer familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform printing-related tasks for a Goss Magnum press.
• Assist with reel set-up, plate processing and ink setting.
• Support on-time production, quality standards and waste reduction.
• Work as part of a press crew on assigned shifts.

Skills

Color vision

Mechanical ability

Web offset printing

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Press Operator I

Gannett Publishing Services

Gastonia, NC

This is for a Goss Magnum Newspaper Web Press.

The Press Operator I position is assigned to learn & perform printing-related tasks that may include but are not limited to: Newsprint reel set-up & operation; newsprint staging; roll preparation; plate processing; placing printing plates; basic ink setting; equipment maintenance. Good color vision is required.

The primary objective is to support efficient press operations as needed to achieve & maintain on-time production, product quality standards, low waste, and operational safety. Works as part of a press crew to coordinate press & plate operations during an assigned shift.

Must be reliable, report to scheduled shifts on time and be ready to begin work.

Work as a team to achieve & maintain on-time press performance

Work as a team to achieve & maintain product quality standards

Work as a team to meet waste goals

Assist with plate, reel room & press operations assigned

Requirements:

• This position requires a high school education or equivalent.
• Experience in web offset printing is desirable, although production experience of any kind may be helpful. Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers is preferred.
• Candidates should have the ability to adapt to change, prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, remain flexible and interact with people while demonstrating patience.
• You must be able to lift/carry up to 50-60 pounds. Must be able to push/pull up to 2000 pounds (rolls of paper).
• A press operator spends most of the working hours on his/her feet. In addition to long periods of standing, a press operator is required to climb stairs on the three-level press structure. Operators will engage in press maintenance and cleaning activities. You will be required to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. They often work in tight areas.
• Good Color vision is required.
• You will get dirty

Candidate must be able to work night shifts, weekends and holidays, on a rotation schedule.

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Related Experience:

Previous machine operation or maintenance experience preferred.