Sheetfed Press Assistant

1 week ago

Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States Mittera Group Full time


The Sheetfed Press Assistant will assist with the set up and operation of a printing press in coordination with the Press Operator and assists crew members on the press, ensuring each job is run according to customer specifications and meeting internal and external deadlines; maintains quality control and reduces waste or press downtime. Responsible for following departmental regulations and procedures to process customer jobs through the department on a timely basis and within specified quality standards. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Keeps feeder loaded with sheets of paper at all times.
  • Airs, winds, or turns paper stock.
  • Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications before beginning assigned job.
  • Assists Lead Press Operator in the manual and machine tasks in the operation of an sheetfed printing press and other pressroom equipment.
  • Assists in wash-up and cleaning procedures.
  • Assists in the setup and make ready of the printing press and other equipment.
  • Hangs plates, installs blankets and packing, fills ink fountains and mixes fountain solutions at correct pH and assists in the setup of coating or other in-line finishing equipment.
  • Records the quantity of ink used on the printed job. 
  • Checks plates for visible imperfections and checks press sheets for marks and abrasions. 
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations, policies and guidelines and Company safety rules.
  • Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
  • Keep an ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
  • 1 - 3 years of previous manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
  • Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization.
  • Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision.
  • Has basic computer skills. 

Physical Requirements

  • Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
  • Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
  • Requires near visual acuity.
  • Requires working around and operating departmental equipment.

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life and AD&D Policies
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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