Press Operator III

Gannett; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lakeland Ledger, part of Gannett, is seeking a full-time Press Operator to support daily production on our Goss Colorliner presses in Lakeland, FL. Responsibilities include preparing presses for production, operating presses or components, cleaning the presses and pressroom, and maintaining mechanical readiness.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, and while not required, experience in web offset printing is desirable.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Experience in web offset printing desirable.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 2000 pounds.
• Color vision is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare presses for production and operate presses or components.
• Clean presses and pressroom and maintain mechanical readiness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lift 100 lbs

Push/pull 2000 lbs

Mechanical ability

Color vision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Goss Colorliner press

Job description

Press Operator III

WE ARE OFFERING $22-$28 PER HOUR, DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE & SKILL LEVEL.

The Lakeland Ledger is looking for a full-time Press Operator to assist with daily production on our Goss Colorliner presses.

The work includes preparing the presses for production, operating the presses or any of their components, cleaning the presses and the pressroom, maintaining 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.

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 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.