Sheetfed press operator job description

Stay-On Bonuses Available - Up To $6,000

Featuring weekly pay along with great benefits such as affordable medical insurance, free life insurance, and health savings account with employer contributions.

Serving our customers for over 100 years, Japs-Olson Company is an industry leader in direct mail services and commercial printing.

Our press team is seeking experienced Sheetfed Press Operators on the night shift (6pm-6am) to operator our Heidelberg XL Sheetfed Presses. The press team works on a rotating 3/4 schedule which provides flexibility for time off and a work-life balance. We have an Earn and Learn training program which is designed for you to earn money while skill and career.

Requirements:

• Previous sheetfed press experience
• Heidelberg experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work in fast-paced environment

Benefits Overview:

• Stay-on bonus available, up to $6,000*
• Company provided training and certification program
• Affordable medical insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Indoor, climate controlled environment
• Located on the 612 bus line in St. Louis Park

*Must pass a drug screen and background check prior to start

*Stay-On Bonus amount is based on experience. Paid out in three installments at 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months of employment at Japs-Olson.

*All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

Night Shift: 6pm-6am Shift Differential Pay + $1.25/hour
Up to $6,000 in Bonuses Available

Job DescriptionProduction 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.
Job Description






Quad is currently seeking a Large Format Sheetfed First Press Operator to work in our Quad Instore facility at Glendale Drive in New Berlin, WI.









Job duties include, but are not limited to:




First Press Operator position on a KBA 6 color UV large format press.
Operate and maintain press and all auxiliary equipment while guiding team to meet and maintain
Customer quality requirements, production standards and productivity goals
Maintain the press in a safe and sound condition.
Perform regular maintenance and up keep of the press.
Check and maintain proper ink, substrate and appropriate levels of supplies around the press.
Manage register control, color match, and rule up of sheet.
Responsible for maintaining quality of product produced off press.
Read and understand job tickets. Maintain accurate and timely production records. (i.e. job data collection, material use, etc.)










Qualifications



Successful candidates will have the following:




A minimum of 3 years Press Operator experience, working in a P-O-P production environment a plus.
A working familiarity with running heavy board, plastics and other unusual substrates.
Experience with both conventional and UV inks and coatings.
Able to set and run a press feeder.
Must have some understanding of color theory. Ability to pass a color test is required.
Good mechanical aptitude with experience in operation, trouble-shooting and maintenance of press equipment.
Must be reliable and able to work overtime as required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and basic computer skills.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodology.
Able to work with and effectively communicate with clients at Press OK's.







This is a 2nd Shift position: Mon - Fri with overtime and weekend work as required.






Additional Company Information






We offer excellent benefits for 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.



Drug Free Workplace

Sheridan NH has operated in Hanover, New Hampshire, for more than 200 years. It is a full web printer exclusively dedicated to printing short run publications, journals and catalogs on full-size web presses.

Job Summary:

• Assist Press Operator in achieving Department standards with respect to product quality, productivity, maintenance, production reporting and safety.
• Perform required pre-make ready I, press make-ready, & feeder make-ready procedures.
• Document paper consumption.
• Prepare paper loads for back-up printing.
• Maintain consumable supplies press inventory.
• Maintain proper solution levels.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Proven mechanical ability required.
• Ability to keep up with a high-speed delivery output in a standing position for a full shift.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform work productively and safely.
• Reliable; good attendance is required.
• Required to work mandatory overtime as needed.
• Must possess ability to work at a rapid pace.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to a maximum of 20 lbs. continuously, 50 lbs. frequently, and 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Continuous standing required.
• Frequent walking, handling, and reaching/working overhead required.
• Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, sitting, crouching, and crawling required.
• Good visual acuity and manual dexterity required.
• Pass Dartmouth Printing Company color perception test.
• Work environment involves exposure to excessive noise, being near moving machinery, exposure to non-toxic chemicals & inks with splash risk, and exposure to potential arm and wrist fatigue.
• Must wear hearing protection, eye protection, and safety shoes.

Schedule is 2 days on / 2 days off, 7 AM to 7 PM - 36 hours/week

• Overtime pays time and a half after 36 hours per week
• Day shift pays an extra 11%!
• Eligible for $1,000 hiring bonus after 12 weeks!

Why work for Sheridan?

• Job training
• Career advancement
• College tuition up to $5,250 per year
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Competitive compensation
• Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision
• Teledoc - convenient and no cost
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life
• 401(k) with company match
• Company paid short term disability
• FSA Health and Dependent Care savings accounts
• HSA Health saving account
• EAP program

CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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