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Print Press Operator

TALENIQUE INC, Lowell, MA, United States


1st and 2nd Shift Print Press Operator

Responsible for operating and tending printing presses. Performs traditional printing methods, such as offset lithography, gravure, flexography, and letterpress.
Primary responsibilities

Operate printing machine.
Run several presses with different size and color capacities.
Prepare machines for printing.
Install the printing plate with the images to be printed.
Ink the presses, load paper, and adjust the press to the paper size.
Ensure that paper and ink meet specifications.
Adjust the flow of ink to the inking rollers accordingly.
Guide paper through the press cylinders and adjust feed and tension controls.
Monitor their operation and keep the paper feeders well stocked.
Make adjustments to manage ink distribution, speed, and temperature in the drying chamber.
Correct paper tears or jams.
Search for and correct problems.
Make quick corrections to avoid expensive losses of paper and ink.
Pull sheets to check for printing imperfections.
Set up, monitor, and adjust the printing process on a control panel or computer monitor.
Oil and clean the presses and make minor repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance.
Perform digital, electrostatic, and ink-jet printing.
Transfer files, blend colors, and proof images electronically using digital presses.
Requirements

Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
Innovative and risk-taking
Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented
Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
Stable -- traditional, strong processes
People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Salary

Starting at $20.00 and up per hour based on experience.
Schedule

1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available. Monday to Friday, 8-hour shift.
Experience

Print Press: 2 years (Preferred) – Willing to work with candidates that are motivated to learn and are seeking long term employment. Sheet fed: 2 years (Preferred)

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