Press Operator (10995)
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Job overview
Ashton Potter is hiring a Press Operator (10995). The Press Operator is responsible for directing and managing the assigned crew in printing jobs, ensuring all customer and company quality and production requirements are met. This role involves performing manual and machine operator tasks for UV offset printing presses, including setup, maintenance, and operation. The operator will also troubleshoot press problems and maintain detailed records of press and job performance.
Key focus areas include Perform manual and machine operator tasks in the set-up, maintenance, and operation of a uv offset printing press, Direct activities to make ready press according to specifications and obtain final color OK for printing job, and Understand and maintain detailed records of press and job performance, including good math skills.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Minimum 5 Years Press Experience, and Fork Truck Certification. Important skills include UV Offset Printing Press Operation, Preventive Maintenance, Press Wash Up, Stock Selection, Paper Mounting, and Press Make Ready. Preferred (not required): Blanket To Steel Press Configurations Experience.
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Full job description
Salary Range $28.00 - $35.00 Hourly
Level Experienced
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Any
Education Level High School/GED
Category Manufacturing
Description
SUMMARY
Responsible for the direction and actions of assigned crew, in the printing of jobs and meeting all customer and company quality and production requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Perform manual and machine operator tasks in the set-up, maintenance, and operation of a uv offset printing press including preventive maintenance on the press, press wash up, selecting stock and mounting paper on press.
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Direct activities to make ready press according to specifications and obtain final color OK for printing job.
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Understand and maintain detailed records of press and job performance, including good math skills.
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Ability to effectively troubleshoot press problems and take corrective action to ensure work is printed to specifications.
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Makes normal machine adjustments as directed and performs other maintenance commensurate with industry press operator experience.
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Be familiar with basic and Ashton Potter specific 2nd press operator and rolltender job duties. Perform those duties for breaks or other situations as needed.
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Performs tasks safely and in accordance with Ashton Potter safety and other work guidelines and procedures.
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Able to perform/meet standards in production, quality and attendance.
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Experience with training and directing crew activities to include maintaining color, register, and other print quality attributes, including basic press maintenance. Assist in the development of crew capabilities with the quartile system.
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Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Computer proficiency is a plus. Needs to be fork truck certified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
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Minimum 5 years press experience and/or training.
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Blanket to steel press configurations experience a plus.
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