Press Operator I

USA TODAY Co., Inc.; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is hiring a Press Operator I in Wilmington, Delaware. You will work in a fast-paced print facility, operating Goss HO presses and assisting with daily production.

The role requires high school education and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds, with occasional climbing of stairs and working on your feet for long periods. We offer full-time shifts and a strong commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school education or equivalent.
• Three years’ experience in web offset printing desirable; any production experience helps.
• Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate press or presses and related components.
• Assist with daily production and press preparation.
• Clean presses and pressroom; maintain mechanical readiness.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Computer skills

Color vision

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Goss HO presses

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions.

Press Operator I

Gannett Publishing Services

Wilmington, Delaware

“We have an opening for a highly motivated individual in the Gannett corporation at one of our regional print facilities.”

“It is a fast-paced manufacturing operation which would require basic mechanical and\or manufacturing skill sets”

This position is Full Time and will offer $20 per hour based on work-related experience.

The Wilmington GPS group is looking for a full-time Press Operator I to assist with daily production on our Goss HO presses. The work includes working with a team to prepare the presses for production, operates the presses or any of their components, cleans the presses and the pressroom, maintains the mechanical readiness of the presses, and other duties as assigned.

Every Member Of The Pressroom Staff Constantly Strives To Achieve The Following Goals, And The Contribution Of Every Press Operator Is Necessary For Success

• Optimum quality of printed products.
• Observance of all scheduled start and stop times.
• Conservation of material resources, especially newsprint.
• A clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

This position requires a high school education or equivalent. Three years’ 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 100 pounds. Must be able to push/pull up to 2000 pounds. 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 confined areas. Color vision is required.

This position is full-time shift work, which may include scheduled nights, and weekends.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [e-mail]. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.