Press Operator 1

APPRENTICESHIPS START AT A MINIMUM HOURLY RATE OF $14.85 AND PROGRESS TO $18.85 WTHIN THREE YEARS. MAXIMUM PAY CAN REACH $20.68

This is a full time benefited position with overtime opportunities.

Competitive applicants must be bright, care about others and have a passion for performance.

All job requirements and procedures mentioned below in job detail will be taught during the course of this apprenticeship.

Job Detail:

Must be able to work safely and prioritize safety during daily duties.

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain printing press to print multi-color work. Monitor critical color values and registration requirements on paper web. Review job specifications to determine the press setup. Perform all set up tasks associated with the type of press operated, such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and perform checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Skill sets preferred:

Printing experience in a printing environment preferred but not necessary. Experience in working with other manufacturing equipment and processes preferred but not necessary. Experience in the operation of various hand tools preferred but not necessary. Must be able to work in a team environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

Posses a willingness to Learn

Cares about others

Has a passion for performance

Possess good mechanical aptitude

Possess good muscular coordination

Ability to operate touch screens and hand held scanners

Ability to read measurements

Proficient computer skills

Ability to read and locate information