Press Operator 2 (Quakertown)

Press Operator 2

The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment. 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. Make 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.

Shift : 2nd (Mon-Fri) 3pm to 11pm

Shift : 3rd (Sun-Thur) 11pm to 7am

Shift Differentials : 2nd shift $2 per hour and 3rd shift $3 per hour

Sign on Bonus : $2000 (applicable to new hires only)

The pay range for this role at the noted location is $19.70 to 24.00 hour. In addition to base pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer / partner discounts.

Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments. 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 to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment. Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment. Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run. Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.