Job Description

Offset Second Press Operator at Quad summary:

The Offset Second Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining printing presses and related equipment while ensuring product quality meets company standards. They supervise and coordinate press crew activities during make-ready periods and downtime, perform maintenance, and document job details accurately. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work irregular shifts, and following safety protocols in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Quad is currently seeking an experienced Second Press Operator for our Sussex, WI location. This position will set-up, operate and maintain the press and auxiliary equipment related to the press. The Press Operator will direct the activities of press crew with assigned tasks during down time and make-ready periods.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Make-ready and operate press based upon written instructions provided.
• Establish and maintain color and/or fold and mechanical quality to BPC standards.
• Continuously monitor product for quality and approve or reject.
• Direct and coordinate activities of assigned crew members.
• Perform assigned make-ready duties.
• Complete required general maintenance and lubrication assignments.
• Complete required documentation, electronic and paper, for assigned job.
• Perform duties of other Print Service manufacturing positions as needed, following requisite training.
• Provide training for employees so the crew members can provide coverage for each other and/or prepare them for future positions.
• Follow all safety policies and regulations, report any potential hazards, near-misses, or accidents immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Ability to work irregular schedules, including rotating day/night shifts

• Ability to maintain close attention to detail for extended time periods
• Strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work overtime as mandated by production needs
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure
• Essential Functions of this job include the following: the ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, the ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours, use hand and wrists continuously in a controlled movement, receive and follow instructions and use vision in order to identify defects.
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am, which may include days, nights, weekends and overtime.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Keywords:

offset printing, press operator, print production, make-ready setup, quality control, press maintenance, crew supervision, manufacturing, shift work, safety compliance

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