Sheet Fed Press Operator - Day Shift, Precision & Growth

RRD; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RRD is hiring for a press operator in Wisconsin. The shift runs from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $29.00 per hour, with potential for overtime and shift differential.

The role requires setting up, operating, and maintaining press equipment, performing make-ready tasks, color corrections, and routine maintenance to meet quality standards. Candidates must understand offset printing specs and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements.
• Ability to read job specifications and determine press usage and materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Skill to make precise settings of controls and to perform routine maintenance of equipment.
• Knowledge of packing pressure for printing to obtain proper printing pressure.
• Skill in using a micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment.
• Perform make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and correct image positioning.
• Make necessary color corrections and press adjustments prior to production to meet quality specifications.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, performing minor repairs as required.
• Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Skills

Offset printing

Micrometer use

Color adjustment

Maintenance ability

Safety procedures

Job description

RRD is hiring for a press operator in Wisconsin. The shift runs from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $29.00 per hour, with potential for overtime and shift differential.

The role requires setting up, operating, and maintaining press equipment, performing make-ready tasks, color corrections, and routine maintenance to meet quality standards. Candidates must understand offset printing specs and safety requirements.