Press Operator - Heatset/Offset
Job Description
Press Operator - Heatset/Offset
Job Description :
The Press Operator I has overall accountability for all activities related to the operations of a multi-unit press efficiently, safely and accurately. The Press Operator I is a leadership role responsible for directing the work of the press crew and providing coaching, supervision and training to staff. The incumbent plays an essential role in helping Quad/Graphics reduce the cost of errors and achieve client satisfaction.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible/accountable for the overall safety of the entire press crew. This includes but is not limited to: using the inch-safe-service method while washing blankets or any other time it is required; following Lockout/Tagout procedures when necessary; maintaining proper placement of machine guards; ensuring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is properly worn when necessary; following and enforcing the Quad/Graphics Safety Rules. Performs and/or oversees all tasks associated with operating the press equipment in support of the production goals related to safety, setup, line speed, waste, web breaks and downtime.
- Ensures that rollers are maintained in good condition and set properly as dictated by the PM process
- Inspects printed quality of jobs including folds, cleanliness, color and registration.
- Ensures press is re-webbed correctly, safely and efficiently.
- Ensures that proper plates are mounted correctly and accurately.
- Serves as the leader for assigned equipment and crew and directs the work of crewmembers.
- Supports Pressroom Supervisor by providing instruction, training and guidance to junior crewmembers and provides performance feedback for these positions.
- Follows all safety regulations and encourages safe work habits from press crew.
- Participate in accident investigations if crew members become injured.
- Review applicable Safety Alerts with crew members.
Job Requirements
Press Operator - Heatset/Offset
Qualifications :
- Prefer 3 years experience or more in press operations.
- Perform basic math functions as related to press operations.
- Proficient in reading, writing, speaking and general knowledge of English to understand written directions.
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve print related problems such as pressure, settings, tension, irregular ink distributions and web-breaks.
- Ability to work as a cooperative part of a crew and provide both technical and safety instructions/training to junior crew members.
- Enhanced listening skills and ability to follow directions from the supervisor.
- Exhibit good interpersonal skills in issuing work instructions and communicating with crewmembers.
- Ability to demonstrate and share personal job knowledge with less experienced crewmembers.
- Ability to recognize when both positive and negative reinforcement is warranted for safe/unsafe behavior.
- Ability to work overtime as required based upon production demands.
Company Overview
Quad/Graphics is one of the largest commercial printers in the world. Since our founding in 1971, the company has grown from obscurity to prominence, boasting an employee roster 28,000 strong. Headquartered in Sussex, Wis., our company has print-production facilities on three continents. Annual sales are $4.8 billion.
Quad/Graphics serves the magazine, catalog, retail insert, direct mail, book and directory markets. We provide full production services, from design and photography through printing, finishing and distribution, using the most modern equipment and service approaches in the industry. Some of our thousands of clients include The Economist, BusinessWeek, Newsweek, Time, Sports Illustrated, Vogue, Architectural Digest,
InStyle, Wired, Smithsonian, L.L. Bean, Lands' End, Williams-Sonoma, Chadwick's of Boston, Target and J.C. Penney.
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