Job Description:

Location: Portland, Maine

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Press Operator to join our team in Portland ME. In this role, you will be responsible for operating multi-color printing presses, ensuring smooth production runs, performing maintenance, and meeting both company and customer quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with machine operation, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Responsibilities:

– Read and confirm job tickets with purchase orders.
– Interpret special instructions for layout of process color work.
– Review samples if included in the job ticket.
– Ensure the correct type of stock and quantity is available.
– Set up the press, including hanging plates and adjusting feeder/delivery units.
– Ink up the press by filling ink wells and water tanks, mixing chemical solutions, and adjusting ink fountains.
– Request press checks as needed.
– Monitor the press during production and make necessary adjustments.
– Maintain water systems, change filters, and clean units.
– Refill press bottles with chemicals and ensure they are properly labeled.
– Record production data, including impressions, production time, and lot specifications.

Desired Background/Skills:

– Ability to work with conventional water systems and troubleshoot mechanical or ink/water problems.
– Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret special instructions.
– Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced digital production environment with tight deadlines.
– Previous press operation experience is preferred, but we will train the right candidate.

Other Information:

Location: Portland, ME
Salary: $20 – $23/hr
Shift: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (10-12 hour shifts)

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity- apply with us today to get started!

CoWorx is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a varied workforce enhances our business outcomes and contributes to a brighter future for our internal teams, Field Talent, customers, and communities. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or veteran status, and we do not discriminate based on disability.
If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.

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Interested candidates please reference job code 231971 when responding to this ad.

Location: Portland, Maine