Press Room Technician — Hands-on Operator Support

Vista Color; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Color is seeking a Press Assistant in the United States, Florida, Miami area. The role supports the Press Room, reporting to HR. You will assist with press operations, material handling and maintenance, and ensure safety and compliance in daily production.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer and arithmetic skills, and the ability to read safety documents. Color vision tests and a mechanical aptitude assessment may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to pass a basic reading test.
• Must pass color vision test.
• Must pass color hue test.
• Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, adjusts, maintains and operates press in absence of an operator.
• Reviews job ticket and selects material type and quantity.
• Assists in material change-overs and ensures correct material is present.
• Cleans, lubricates and makes minor adjustments to maintain quality.
• Cleans and maintains press equipment and general areas.
• Removes and mounts plates when needed.
• Replenishes inks and other raw materials as needed.
• Notifies supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.
• Moves loads of printed and unprinted stock as required.
• Assists the press operator with preventative maintenance.
• Assists with other printing processes as directed by supervision.
• Completes required documentation and follows SOPs; adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading and interpreting documents

Mechanical aptitude

Good attendance

Willing to work overtime

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vista Color is seeking a Press Assistant in the United States, Florida, Miami area. The role supports the Press Room, reporting to HR. You will assist with press operations, material handling and maintenance, and ensure safety and compliance in daily production.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer and arithmetic skills, and the ability to read safety documents. Color vision tests and a mechanical aptitude assessment may be required.