Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Job description:

Press Operator Level 2

This position is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient operation of the sheet-fed press, web press, stitcher-trimmer, folder / trimmer, and other

machinery critical to the production of printed materials. It is the entry level position in our press room.

Job Functions

The successful candidate must be dependable, self-starting, attentive to details and receptive to training.

This position actively assists with the following duties:

Operate industrial page cutter to trim magazines and cards to spec size
Operate folder to fold cards and printed pages to spec size
Assist in set up and operation of saddle stitching machine
Stage and strip rolls with minimum amount of waste
Inspect and spot problems on all rolls
Hang plates in proper CMYK sequence and inspect / replace blankets
Web the press
Maintain work area for cleanliness and eliminate potential work hazards
Make diagnostic spot checks for problems and be able to make minor repairs
Perform preventative maintenance procedures on equipment and make entries into maintenance logs
Must know how to time units and make roll setting adjustments
Must check folios and imposition to ensure sequence and location of pages
Monitor products throughout runs to ensure assigned areas meet specifications
Know how to adjust, maintain, clean and engage web detectors
Register single and multiple colors
Demonstrate proper safety procedures at all times

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: (Specify the minimum knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the key responsibilities listed above.)

Mechanical aptitude
Must be able to lift at least 70 lbs
Good hand-to-eye coordination
Must work well with others
Able to take direction well
Flexibility in hours available for work

This is a full time position. Adams Publishing offers competitive benefits including, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).

Please submit a resume.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status