Press Operator

2 weeks ago


Grand Rapids, United States TSG - The Sheridan Group Full time

Timson Press Operator  





Company:? 


Sheridan Grand Rapids    


Department:? 


Press 




Reports To:? 


Production Supervisor 


Date Approved:? 


8/31/2024 





Job Summary:? 
Print and fold signatures that meet specs on work order to create bindery ready bundles for books that meet or exceed our customer’s expectations. 
 
Duties/Responsibilities:? 

Read and understand work order verifying correct substrate, bind type, ink color, and run lengths. 


Learn to interpret the information on the work order and its contents. 


Follow daily running order provided by Scheduling Team. 


Communicate with Supervisor and Scheduling Team as needed. 


Set up machine and perform quality printing and folding of text and halftone work. 


Maintain high throughput by performing quick and efficient make-readies, job changeovers and folder changeovers. 


Inspect for quality defects ensuring quality standards are achieved. 


Maintain accurate data collections. 


Understand substrate – weights, PPI, size, grain direction, coating, marking and storage. 


Oversee all segments of press operation. 


Ensure bundles conform to bindery needs including proper identification. 


Be sure all waste is disposed of properly including printed and blank substrate, inks, and fountain solution. 


Perform preventative maintenance, general cleaning and upkeep of machine and auxiliary equipment. 


Provide training to Assistant in machine operation and safety; ensure Assistant performs duties as necessary. 


Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to machine and auxiliary equipment. 


Assist maintenance personnel with machine repair. 


Exercise initiative, ask questions and look for ways of improving productivity. 


Keep area safe and clean. 


Adequately communicate with oncoming shift 


Perform end of shift duties leaving area ready for oncoming shift. 


Other duties as assigned 

 
Basic Qualifications: 

High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience. 


One year of printing experience.  


Ability to read and comprehend instructions. 


Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, workplace and safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 


Basic math skills, add subtract, and ability to use a measuring device.  


Basic problem-solving skills.  

 
Desired?Skills and Abilities: 
 

?Ability to work with various software packages: 


Microsoft Office, Excel


Effective email and electronic communication skills are required 


Ability to work with the following tools or machinery 


Pallet jack 


Paper Turning Disc 


Knives: razor, hand, slab-off skives 


Pallet wrap holder 


Vacuum lift 


Plate bender 


Plate carts 


Hand tools 


Grease guns/ air hose nozzles 


Shaft handling cart 

 

Physical Requirements? 

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently, 20lbs constantly  


Constantly be able to work in the work activities 


Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another,  


Communicating with others to exchange information,  


Operating machine and/or power tools 


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