Press Operator I

National Society of Professional Surveyors; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Press Operator I to join their dynamic team in Gastonia. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient press operations and ensuring high-quality production standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have experience in web offset printing. The position requires physical stamina, teamwork, and a mechanical aptitude to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you are reliable and ready to contribute to a collaborative team, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path with a competitive starting hourly salary.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Experience in web offset printing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient press operations to maintain production and quality standards.
• Work as part of a team to achieve on-time press performance.

Skills

Mechanical Ability

Adaptability

Teamwork

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Press Operator I

Gannett Publishing Services
Gastonia, NC

PRIOR PRINTING OR RELATED EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

WE ARE OFFERING A STARTING HOURLY SALARY OF UP TO $17-$19 PER HOUR BASED ON EXPERIENCE.

The Press Operator II position is assigned to learn & perform printing-related tasks that may include, but are not limited to:

1. Newsprint reel set-up & operation
2. Newsprint staging
3. Roll preparation
4. Plate processing
5. Placing printing plates
6. Basic ink setting
7. Equipment maintenance
8. Specified reporting

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 as 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 working hours on his/her feet. In addition to long periods of standing, a press operator is required to climb stairs on the six-level press structure. Operators engaged in press maintenance and some cleaning activities will be required to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. They often work in tight areas. Color vision is required.

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.