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Pressroom Assistant Press Operator (2nd Press Operator) Houston, TX * ID: 45097 * Full-Time/Regular Performs manual and machine operator tasks in the set up, maintenance and operation of printing press. Responsibilities include: * Safe operation of assigned press * Examine job tickets to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specification, colors and color sequences. * Select and install printing plates, rollers, feed guides, gauges, etc, according to specifications. * Monitor feeding, printing and racking processes of presses in order to maintain specified operating levels and detect malfunctions; make any necessary adjustments. * Inspect and examine printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications and external defects. * Maintain make-ready, production speed and waste standards. * Maintain records of goods produced, supplies used, production costs and machine maintenance and repair activities. * Perform proper machine start-up and shut down procedures. * Repair, maintain or adjust equipment. * Cross-train as Press Operator 1 and participate in the orientation and training of new hires. Substitute as Press Operator 1 when directed. * May be used in any other position in the press department as needed for the purposes of production efficiency and the training of press crews. * It is the responsibility of all associates to follow the requirements of documented process as defined in the ISO Quality manual. Assists Press Operator with press make ready, operating, and maintaining sheet-fed or web offset printing press. This includes inserting packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing height, fastening reinforcing bars to offset blankets, and installing plates and blankets on press cylinders, using hand tools and power tools, to achieve pressure required for printing. Adjusts press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools. Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools. Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press. Assist Press Operator by making necessary color or register corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work. Third shift position. RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer Required Skills Requires general knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials. Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully. Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product. Ability to use micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly. Ability to make adjustments to feeder and feed board (e.g., ability to adjust suctions and blast, front and side guides and the timing of the head stops). Skill in performing routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment under guidance of senior level Press Operators. With or without an accommodation must be able to lift and handle materials of 50+ lbs, while pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting and twisting; and must be able to stand continually with frequent bending, climbing and squatting. Ability to work in a team environment, be reliable and have excellent attention to detail. Ability to work all shifts and overtime as required based upon production demands. Required Experience Minimum of 2 years experience as an Assistant Press Operator on a multi color Komori or Heidelberg press. Good understanding of press mechanics, register and guides. Must be able to operate and troubleshoot feeder and delivery sections.

Broadridge, a global fintech leader with over $4 billion in revenue, provides communications, technology, data, and analytics. We help drive business transformation for our clients with solutions for enriching client engagement, navigating risk, optimizing efficiency, and generating revenue growth. Broadridge employs over 10,000 full-time associates globally with a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Please visit our website at www.broadridge.com to learn more. Broadridge is growing! We are actively seeking an Assistant Digital Press Operator for our South Windsor location. In this role, you will assist the Digital Press Operators in producing printed materials via digital printing while maintaining adherence to company and department policies, procedures, and standards. You will identify and troubleshoot problems that occur within the production environment and suggest ways to improve the process. Hours/shift: Late Week Nights - 6 PM to 6 AM every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday Primary responsibilities: * In this role, you will be shelving, loading and feeding stock into the presses. * Helping breakdown and clean up the presses * You will monitor the quality of print jobs, distributing the final product, * Verify and capture records for jobs * And various housekeeping tasks. * Review your individual development plan with your Supervisor monthly to ensure transparency and ongoing communication. Skill Sets Required: * operating high-speed electronic printers by interpreting and executing daily production orders. * Demonstrated skill working in a team environment with various personality types to get the work done. Ability to relate well, build consensus and show respect and consideration for others. * Ability to work flexible hours/schedule. * Maintain professional appearance and adhere to the dress code. Qualifications: * High School diploma or equivalent education and experience required. * Knowledge of a Production environment. Ability to apply production procedures to day-to-day operations. * Strong communication, analytical skills and organizational skills; thorough and attentive to details; able to prioritize and multitask, and recognize the importance of deadlines. Broadridge is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected status. "Our Associates Matter. Everyone Benefits from Diversity & Inclusion. Diverse & Inclusive Teams Drive Growth." US applicants: Click here to view the "EEO is the Law" poster.

Pressroom Press Operator 2 Aurora, CO * ID: 45085 * Full-Time/Regular Produces printed materials using a variety of digital and finishing equipment and tools. Ensure that predefined quality standards are maintained by checking output and adjusting/repairing machine as required. Makes timely delivery of materials based on production schedules and changing needs. Required Skills * Requires a thorough knowledge of a variety of techniques employed in setups, adjustments, operations, and maintenance procedures to produce single-color, two-color, and multicolor work which includes line work, large solids, screen tints, halftones, and duotones with registration requirements which vary from close (not requiring optical measurement) to hairline registration (plus or minus .008 cm (003 inch) and good margin alignment on "backup" work * Responsible for the independent setup, adjustment, operation, and operational maintenance of the press, including uniformity of color in large solids, screen tints, and color balance in multicolor work, sharpness and clarity of halftones, and quality and registration requirements * Must be skilled in a variety of difficult manipulative and mechanical procedures necessary to perform set ups and adjustments on the press to produce single-color, two-color, and multicolor work which includes large solids, screen tints and symbols, duotones, line, and halftones with tolerances ranging from visually close (not requiring optical measurement) to hairline [plus or minus .008 cm (.003 inch)] registration requirements and accurate margin alignment on work which is "perfected" (printed on both sides in a single or double pass through the press) * Must be skilled in making major adjustments on the equipment (e.g., to the cylinders, ink, dampener, feeder and delivery mechanisms) to run different jobs, sheet sizes, and paper stock * Must be skilled in making a variety of difficult manipulations (precise settings) of the press controls, settings and adjustments (e.g., timing the sheet to the front guide, adjusting the front and side guides, packing, inking and dampening units) to insure that the color consistency, quality, and registration requirements are met and maintained * Must be skilled in the routine operational maintenance and minor adjustments to the equipment (e.g., daily cleanup, scheduled lubrications, cleaning and/or replacement of blankets and dampening covers, replacing ductor rollers, form rollers, and conveyor tapes) Required Experience High School degree or equivalent and 2-4 years of related experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

What we offer: * 401k match * Paid time off * Opportunity to work with state of the art equipment * Stability of a large company with the family feel of a small company * Potential for relocation assistance * Full benefit package including: HSA eligible health plan with company contributions for wellness checks, dental insurance, vision insurance, and many more! * Recent capitol investments for new equipment and well maintained older equipment * Support departments to allow operators the ability to focus on keeping presses printing * A clean, temperature controlled environment * Regular performance reviews and feedback Role and Responsibilities: * Ability to manage and run presses assigned for Printing Press Operator. * Ensures that product is printed according to specifications. * Reviews job tickets and verifies that required materials are available and used as specified. * Performs line clearance by following line clearance SOP. * Pulls specifications, verifying accurate tooling, ink, material, and special instructions. * Correctly sets up machine according to job specifications. * Sets impressions and registrations. * Loads the specified type of paper and adds ink * Adjusts the press to the paper size and feeds the paper through the press cylinders * Completes all start-up checks, verifies scan ability of any bar code, and seeks start approval. * Completes in-process inspections; follows work instructions and control plan. * Finishes job by verifying end to start approval. * Closes out job by completing paperwork and placing in ticket with product. * Properly fill out and complete all required paperwork for the job. * Performs general maintenance to press. * Follows 6S guidelines assigned to work area and surrounding areas. * Forward any suggestions or concerns to TRP/Supervisor and work with him/her to improve your ability to run equipment proficiently, reduce waste, increase productivity, reduce set-up times, and/or any additional enhancements to help increase profit and through-put * Participate in implementation of process improvement for internal/external customers through data collection, standardized procedures and teamwork. * Report any necessary maintenance required on the press or auxiliary equipment to your TRP/Supervisor and fill out the required work order. * Request help from your TRP/Supervisor in trouble-shooting, planning, and direction of jobs. * Could be up to work 12 hour shifts depending on location; required to work weekends as scheduled on a regular or as-needed basis. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED), Technical degree in printing preferred. Requires a minimum 3 - 6 months of relevant experience in press operation in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Skills: * Strong written/verbal interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to read, write, and comprehend instructions and SOPs in English. Must be able to present information to team. * Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume and distance. * Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail and word processing. * Set up, operate, and perform preventative maintenance on press. * Basic leadership skills required to give support associates simple directions. * Read and comprehend measurements on a ruler. * Read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and work instructions. * Pass color vision and color hue tests. * Maintain good attendance. * Willing to work overtime as needed. * Willingness to be a cross-functional employee that can work with multiple teams within the organization to achieve success. * Capable of devising multiple alternative solutions based on limited assumptions and information. Physical Demands: Works in a manufacturing environment and will be required to wear hearing, foot, and/or other personal protective equipment while performing duties in a manufacturing setting. May, on a continuous basis, stand/walk for up to 12 hours per shift as well as stoop and kneel frequently. May handle, feel and reach for items in and around press area, also write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Some walking and lifting and/or move up to 40 lbs. may be required. Vision: close vision, distance and color vision to distinguish color variations, peripheral and depth perception as well as the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually medium to loud. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Must be able to work overtime as required by workload and customer mandated deadlines. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pressroom Third shift Lead press Operator Cudahy, WI * ID: 44698 * Full-Time/Regular Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or , multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical. Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn). Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Makes 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. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer. Requires comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set-ip, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work to critical tolerances. Skill in a wide-variety of complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform a variety of tasks to set-up, make major adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work. Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully. Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly. RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

Production opportunities at Quad instill a sense of empowerment and possibility distinct from those at other employers. Quad's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities include world-class automation and printing technology. Our platform includes digital, gravure and offset presses that give our clients a full range of options to produce personalized marketing products. Fueled by innovative, interesting days, you'll find hard work is good work, and feel a deep sense of pride in a job well done – something shared by everyone in the community we call Quad. Position Overview: Quad is seeking a full-time Sheetfed Press Operator to run the 75DI - Presstech. The individual is responsible for operating press machine and will play an essential role in helping Quad reduce the cost of errors, color checking to achieve client satisfaction and much more. This position is a leadership role and will assist in directing the work the work activities of the press team members to ensure productivity, quality and safety goals are met. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Operate and maintain press and all auxiliary equipment while guiding team to meet and exceed production standards and maintaining customer quality requirements * Know set-up and maintenance procedures for entire press * Troubleshoot * Attain and maintain proper ink and water balance * Keep ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed during next scheduled maintenance, one list for all crews * Direct crew to specific duties during scheduled maintenance * Check and set rollers, change if necessary * Perform needed maintenance during any delay time * Monitor and maintain constant ink densities per customer specifications * Attend all Operators meetings * Work with urgency, when press is down, to maintain production requirements * Continue learning new and improved processes to achieve increased production * Responsible for the ongoing training and development of other Pressroom personnel * Assist Supervisors in documenting and improving procedures and processes by offering ideas and suggestions * Assist Supervisors in providing feedback for employee evaluations * Facilitate teamwork among team members and between shifts * Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: * 3+ Years Press experience * Able to lift and move 50 pounds or more repeatedly * Able to stand for 12 hours * Detailed knowledge of offset printing process * This position requires the ability to work days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as necessary * Ability to read, write and perform math operations * Ability to distinguish colors accurately and pass a color test * Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact and guide team members * Solid organizational skills * Demonstrated mechanical aptitude Preferred Qualifications: * Machine repair and maintenance experience preferred Additional Company Information: We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more. Quad/Graphics is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Drug Free Workplace

Want a job? Look elsewhere. Want a career? Look here. Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're in this for the long haul. Ready to build a career? It's time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Navitor Midwest, a branch of Taylor Corporation, is seeking a Press Operator. The position is responsible for accurately setting up the 4-color Anicolor printing press for producing business cards and brochures. Your Responsibilities: * Set up, operate and maintain production on the Heidelberg Anicolor offset press to meet job specifications on production orders, proofs and supplied samples. * Troubleshoots mechanical and printing issues and makes adjustments and corrections to maintain production and meet quality standards. * Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of press, delivery, and feeder, coater and other equipment. * Match color both visually and with spectrodensitometers. * Perform client press checks in a professional and courteous manner. * Read and understand written and verbal instructions, specifications and information. * Reproduce color to match proofs, samples and specifications. * Keep Supervisor informed of any concerns or issues that would compromise quality, schedules or safety. * Work at a steady pace to assure schedules and deadlines are met. * Inspect and monitor quality of products received from other departments or moving to another department, including packaging of materials for shipment to assure quality standards are met. * Take appropriate action to prevent inferior quality or inaccurate product from being delivered to the client by notifying your supervisor. * Actively support continuous improvement in processes, procedures and quality. * Promote and maintain a clean, safe and organized work area * Follow requirements of documented process, as defined in the Quality Systems Program. Ensures all work performed is in conformance, as defined in the quality system documents, procedures, and client requirements. Makes updates to quality manual as needed and/or assigned. * Responsible for collecting and accurately reporting data related to the production, but not limited to labor hours, materials, waste, etc. using methods and systems, as directed by your supervisor. Your Shift: * 2nd Shift You Must Have: * High Mechanical aptitude * Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced, high energy, and challenging environment * Basic math skills * Ability to distinguish colors * Ability to meet and sustain daily production, quality, waste and attendance standards * Ability to stand for an entire shift * Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a consistent basis and up to 50 pounds occasionally * Positive attitude and be team oriented We Would Also Prefer: * High school education or equivalent * Experience running a 4-or-6-color press About Taylor Corporation: Taylor Corporation is one of the top 3 graphic communications companies in North America. We solve complex communication challenges for more than half of the Fortune 500 and have a tight-knit team of 12,000 employees nationwide. Life at Taylor is fast-paced and ideal for those who love to grow. We're also big on work-life balance and you'll see that in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer a full range of benefits to power our employees' potential including: health, dental, vision and life insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, and more. Navitor Midwest is one of America's largest commercial wholesale printers, delivering innovative programs, services and technologies exclusively to our community of resellers. Headquartered in Minnesota and with manufacturing facilities nationwide, Navitor provides print resellers and distributors the industry's widest portfolio of personalized print and custom business identity products. Navitor is part of the Taylor Corporation family of companies. For more information, visit our website at Navitor.com. Ref: Orange

WestRock - Printing and Packaging Jobs:The Printing Industry is healthy and growing! Find your Career in Printing with US! Currently seeking: Experienced Offset Printing Press Operators (nights) for our Printing Dept. Pay Range is $21 - $29.40 with Full Health Benefits after 30 days of employment! Career Opportunity: Responsible for the performance of manual and machine tasks in the setup, maintenance, and operation of sheet-fed offset presses to accurately produce product to customer specifications.How you will impact WestRockOperate various sheet-fed offset presses.Reads work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.Starts machines and make trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setups.Observes and monitors machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.Assures the image is registered from unit to unit, and runs samples to make adjustments to assure print quality and color settings are in accordance with densitometer readings.Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position and department.Performs routine adjustments during the press run and maintain quality throughout the run.Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.Accurately follows instructions.Maintains records of daily production, using specified forms.Records production information such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.Preserves and passes along customer artwork in clean and undamaged condition.Keeps work area neat and clean.Opens machines and removes/replaces damaged product, using hand tools.Performs daily/monthly maintenance and troubleshooting.Performs other job duties as assigned. What you need to succeedMust have 5-7 years of printing experience.Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.Must have basic computer skills (data entry).Must have the ability to perform intermediate arithmetic including additions, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.Must have the ability to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.Must pass color hue test.Must pass color vision test.Must be able to read a ruler.Must be able to do accurate work.Must demonstrate effective decision making skills.Must be able to self-manage time effectively.Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.Must be able to maintain good attendance.Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. What we offerCorporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialA career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.#IN#GD#CBWestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans. WestRock (NYSE: WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock’s 45,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 300 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.

A Family friendly company located in Broomall, PA is adding a Machine Operator position to their team.   

This unique opportunity will allow candidates to  start their career in the fabricating industry.  No experience necessary.  We will train you to operate a variety of material cutting equipment. 

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Operates at least one major piece of equipment on any of the fabricating lines.
2. Perform all the daily basic safety checks and observations, quality checks, checklists, and housekeeping
3. Clear equipment jams
4. Ensure compliance to quality control standards
5. Maintain and support equipment
6. Adheres to the requirements of the SOP’s
7. Other duties as assigned
8. Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment and adheres to all safety procedures as documented in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
9. Report safety hazards, quality and production issues to supervision immediately
10. Participates in all job related safety training
11. Complies with all Dooley Gasket & Seal Inc. policies and procedures and PA laws.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Able to communicate, write and read English
2. Teamwork - Ability to interact with employees at all levels
3. Ability to take and follow directions
4. Basic math skills
5. Attention to details
6. Basic computer skills
7. Familiar with and able to use hand tools: tape measure, screwdriver, etc.
8. Maintain good safety record

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) not required but preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred
 
 
 
Physical Demands:
 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee must routinely handle objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.