Press Operator

PeopleShare is currently hiring for an Offset Press Operator in Windsor, NJ Candidate must have experience working with the Heidelberg Offset Press. This is a Direct Hire opportunity which offers Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO and more

Job Details for Press Operator:

• Schedule: Monday- Friday 6am-2:30pm
• Pay Rate: $30-35/hr
• Direct Hire

Job Description for Press Operator:

• Makes ready and operates offset printing press.
• Examines job order to determine quantity to be printed, stock specifications, colors, and special printing instructions.
• Examines offset printing plate for visual defects and applies techniques to repair minor defects or informs supervisor of unrepairable plates.
• Applies packing sheet to blanket cylinder to build up blanket thickness to diameter of plate cylinder.
• Measures paper thickness and adjusts space between blanket and impression cylinders according to thickness of paper stock.
• Prints on light weight paper including 24# and 27# stock.
• Adjusts controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
• Starts press, examines printed copy for ink density, position on paper and registration, and makes adjustments to press throughout production run to maintain specific registration and color density.

Job Requirements for Press Operator:

• 2+ years as a Pressman or 5-7 years as a Second Pressman
• In depth knowledge of the mechanics and capabilities of press
• Previous experience with Heidelberg Offset Printing Machine
• Able to accurately distinguish color variation
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Requires experience running, troubleshooting, and quality control

PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, press operator, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, press operator, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, pick packer, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, press operator, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, press operator, machine operators, pick packer and maintenance mechanics.

PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Requirements: Job Type: Permanent Post Date: 10/21/2024

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