UV Press Operator (Komori GL640) - Growth & Benefits

Westamerica Communications; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible spending account

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Westamerica Communications in Lake Forest, CA is seeking an experienced UV press operator for the Komori GL640 to join our production team. Operators with Komori 640LS experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

You will set up, operate, and maintain the press, manage color and ink balance, monitor quality, and troubleshoot issues, working with prepress and bindery teams while following all safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Komori GL640 UV press or Komori 640LS.
• Strong understanding of UV inks and curing systems.
• Ability to read job tickets and color standards.
• Experience with make-ready efficiency and waste reduction.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain a Komori GL640 UV press
• Perform color management, registration, and quality checks
• Monitor ink, water balance, and press performance
• Troubleshoot mechanical and print-quality issues
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections
• Collaborate with prepress, bindery, and production teams
• Follow all safety standards and procedures

Skills

Komori GL640 UV press

Color management

Reading job tickets

Make-ready efficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Heavy lifting

Job description

Westamerica Communications in Lake Forest, CA is seeking an experienced UV press operator for the Komori GL640 to join our production team. Operators with Komori 640LS experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

You will set up, operate, and maintain the press, manage color and ink balance, monitor quality, and troubleshoot issues, working with prepress and bindery teams while following all safety standards.