GENERAL PURPOSE: The Press Operator A is accountable for all aspects of press performance; will lead, give directions to and monitor work of Assistant Press Operators and functions of feeder and jogger. Makes ready and operates sheet-fed offset printing press to print single and multicolor copy from lithographic plates.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Records sheet counts and perform line clearance.
* Examines job order to determine quantity to be printed, stock specifications, colors, and special printing instructions.
* Verifies copy to customer approval or signed color standard.
* Sets plates and fountains to provide correct in thickness on rollers; saves plate setting to computer.
* Fills ink and dampening solution fountains and adjusts controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
* Applies packing sheets to blanket cylinder to build up blanket thickness to diameter of plate cylinder.
* Loads or removes printing plates and installs and locks coating plates in position.
* Starts press and examines printed copy for ink density, position on paper and registration.
* Set up scanning densitometer and saves settings.
* Understands how to achieve color by using the spectrophotometer.
* Makes adjustments to press throughout production run to maintain specific registration and color density.
* Removes and cleans coating plates, printing blankets, and cylinders.
* Will assist in the repair and preventative maintenance of press.
* Will serve as a trainer for the Press Operator B and C positions.
* Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules, security procedures and instructions.
* Performs all duties according to established safety policy, including wearing all required PPEs to perform duties.
* This position will help keep department in specs within all 5S and SQF guidelines, and immediately report any food safety concerns to management.
* Will be responsible for other duties as assigned by Printing Manager or Shift Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must have high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
* 1- 2-year work-related experience in a manufacturing environment running a multiple color printing press and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Good mathematical ability, including good understanding of measurements.
* Good computer skills.
* Good problem-solving skills
* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
* Ability to work in a team environment.