Press Operator - Madison, WI

Colonial Group

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Wisconsin State Journal is seeking a press operator to join our team. This position operates and maintains press components to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Essential duties include reading layouts, setting ink densities, monitoring product quality in real time, inspecting newsprint for damage, loading rolls, and keeping the pressroom clean. Related experience and a high school diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

Basic PC skills required.
Experience in a production or mechanical environment is preferred.
High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret layouts.
Set black and color inks to assigned density standards.
Monitor quality of products in real time.
Inspect rolls of newsprint for damage, load rolls and adjust controls as needed.

Skills

Basic PC Skills

Production or Mechanical Experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Wisconsin State Journal is seeking a press operator to join our team. Our press operator is a vital role in the production of our newspapers and various other print products. A press operator will be required to operate and maintain press components and controls, quickly grasp a thorough understanding of every component in the Pressroom, maintain a commitment to quality and work within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

Read and interpret layouts
Set black and color inks to assigned density standards
Monitor quality of products in real time
Inspect rolls of newsprint for damage, load rolls and adjust controls in accordance with layout and production demands.
Place and install plates
Keep the press and Pressroom clean

Necessary Knowledge and Experience