Komori Press Operator

Moore; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A production company in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking a printing operator to set up and run jobs on various presses, ensuring high production with minimal waste. The successful candidate must possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include maintaining the printing quality and adhering to safety regulations. This is a night position with physical stamina requirements and the ability to lift substantial weights.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Requires ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs.
• High level of manual dexterity and strength necessary.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run printing jobs on various presses.
• Troubleshoot issues with press operations.
• Maintain printing quality and minimize waste.

Skills

Technical press operation

Troubleshooting skills

Basic math

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Press operation tools

Job description

Job Summary

Sets up and runs customer printing jobs on Diddie Web, Halm Jet, AB Dick, and Heidelberg Sheet Presses. Operates at a high level of production while achieving a low level of waste. Does large part of maintenance work on presses. Assists mechanic with repair work on presses. This is a Night position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform all set up functions on press assigned, including but not limited to attaching plates, loading paper, filling proper ink, checking print quality, obtaining authorizations, etc.
• Run job to obtain optimum press usage.
• Run job with little waste and error.
• Troubleshoot and fix tension, paper stock, press timing, and ink problems with little or no help depending on experience.
• Account for time and materials.
• Clean up press and work area after usage.
• Maintain printing quality throughout job.
• Stack materials according to SWP guidelines.
• Do normal day‑to‑day maintenance to prevent unnecessary and costly breakdowns.
• Adhere to all safety rules including but not limited to wearing ear protection in the HCP area.
• Follow instructions on the job board exactly to fulfill the needs of the customer. Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to read and write in English.
• The employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers to feel objects.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or even crawl.
• Frequently required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.; regularly required to lift or move up to 40 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to use tools of all kinds.
• Works in a hearing conservation area. Required to wear hearing protection at all times in that area.
• Walks a great deal of time.
• Must be able to pick up and carry 40 to 50 lbs. at least 4 to 5 times per hour; must be able to move 5 to 10 lbs., 21 to 25 times per hour.
• Operators very often get ink, dirt, and grease on hands and cloths.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read, write, and do basic math.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing protection required in this area.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts. Hands or arms could be in danger if safety rules are not followed.
• The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, fumes, and airborne particles.

Pay: Depending on Experience.