Press feeder job description

Hiring for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts! Differential pay offered for 3rd shift.

Specific Responsibilities:

· This position reports to and is responsible to the Printing Department Manager. Performs other duties as assigned by the Printing Department Manager.

· Responsible for following all safety procedures as prescribed by Everett Graphics, Inc.

· Ensure the following actions are taken with regard to safety:

o Personal

o Clothing

o Machinery

· Identifying in a proactive manner possible safety issues and taking actions to prevent problems and accidents.

· Responsible for the quality control points within the scope of their position at Everett Graphics, Inc.

· Responsible for reporting any food safety or quality related problems to a member of the supervision or management team.

· Maintains work areas throughout the shift to GHP Standards.

· Demonstrates the desire to hold positions of increasing responsibility through conduct of personal self, internal training and achieving the highest skill level.

· Follow Press Safety Rules

· Make-Ready Duties

o Check board dimensions and thickness (caliper)

o Load board for job and set feeder up accordingly

o Change coating per job specifications as needed

o Verify and record coating viscosity using #3 Zahn Cup

o Assist in cleaning coating chamber for next job coating if needed

o Assist in installing printing plates and coating blanket(s)

o Check Side Guide Registration

o Check and record conductivity of fountain solution. Alert Lead Press Operator if out of spec.

· Run Duties

o Operate Feeder for continuous Running

o Continually check Side Guide Alignment

o Maintain a clean and organized work area

· Line Clearance Duties

o Count and record feeder waste sheets

o Remove scrap board from press to waste

o Assist in removing inks from fountains

o Assist in washing ink fountains and ink knives

o Assist in washing rollers and blankets (when manual wash)

o Assist in removing printing plates and coating blanket(s)

· In the Printing Press Feeder absence, the 2nd Press Operator will accept the responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

2-3 years printing press experience

Good communication skills

**We offer no cost English language classes**

Company DescriptionFounded in 1980, Everett is a leading producer of innovative, folding-carton packaging solutions, designed and manufactured in Northern California. Our employees produce environmentally friendly packaging in partnership with startups and Fortune 500 companies around the globe in the food and beverage, health and beauty, pharmaceutical and medical, and technology and software sectors, among other industries. From structural design to manufacturing, shipping, and logistics, Everett has the tools it takes to create award-winning customized packaging solutions.

Production opportunities at Quad instill a sense of empowerment and possibility distinct from those at other employers. Quad's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities include world-class automation and printing technology. Our platform includes digital, gravure and offset presses that give our clients a full range of options to produce personalized marketing products. Fueled by innovative, interesting days, you'll find hard work is good work, and feel a deep sense of pride in a job well done - something shared by everyone in the community we call Quad.
Quad is currently seeking a 2 nd Shift Large Format Sheetfed Press Feeder to work in our In-Store facility on Glendale Drive in New Berlin. Press Feeder is responsible for set up and operation of large format litho press infeed.



Job duties include, but are not limited to :




Setup and operation of press feeder
Assisting press operators
General housekeeping and maintenance of the press




Qualifications




HS Diploma or equivalent
Strong Math skills and knowledge of simple computer operations.
Ability to read, interpret and process written job instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity.
Prior press feeder experience, especially large format printing.
UV print experience.
Familiarity with running heavy board, plastics and other unusual substrates.
Mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills.
Must have some understanding of color and the ability to pass a Color Test.
Experience with forklift operation and/or other material handling equipment a plus.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds, reaching, bending, walking, standing, stooping, pulling and pushing with or without reasonable accommodations.




Hiring for 2 nd Shift. 8 hours - 2:30pm -10:30pm Monday - Friday. Overtime and weekends as required.



Additional Company Information



We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.



Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.



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Job DescriptionNesco Resource is hiring for Press Feeders/Machine Operator Assistants at a local printing company. Great pay and benefits are offerd! 2nd shift available.
Shifts Available:

2nd (times vary - call for details)

Pay Rate: $18.00SUMMARY Assists press operators in the setup, maintenance and operation of a printing press.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Assists operators in running presses and other pressroom equipment.
Expectations: Works efficiently and follows instructions and procedures.

Assists in set-up of machines for operators setup feeder, set water rollers, fill water tanks and coating drums, fill ink fountains.

Expectations: Insures all checklist items are completed prior to running a job.


Carries out assigned duties in a courteous and professional manner.

Expectations: Works well with operator, acts in a professional manner toward employees and visitors.


Helps coordinate production jobs.

Expectations: Plans next job with press operator gathers ink, paper and other materials as needed.


Performs preventive maintenance on press such as lubrication, replacement of small parts, cleaning and minor adjustments to rollers and other small moving parts.

Expectations: Perform maintenance tasks according to the maintenance schedule.


Cleans up and keeps immediate work area neat and orderly.

Expectations: Press gear should be kept free of ink spills, coating and chemicals. Used rags should be properly stored. Sweep floor and catwalks at least once per shift.


Washes up press.

Expectations: Change ink colors between jobs or at end of shift.


Loads Feeder.

Expectations: Loads the press with paper prior to a job run and keeps the press loaded during a job run.


Performs other tasks as required by head pressman.

Expectations: Take out recycling boxes, put new inks on shelf and keep paper stock neat and orderly.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or GED.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to apply written and verbal instructions to machine set-up and operation.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSPerform simple mathematical calculations addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSNone required.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds by hand. The employee must regularly move palletized paper weighing up to 2,500 lbs. using a pallet jack. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There is some exposure to physical risk.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate reliability through attendance, punctuality and ability to stay in work area and/or workstation. Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors.


Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.