Printing Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Press Operator, working in conjunction with the Press Feeder, assists in the production of high quality printing jobs, to meet customer and company expectations, in a cost-effective manner while meeting strict deadlines, on one of several large printing presses.

1st Shift - typical hours 6 : 00 am - 2 : 30 pm

Responsibilities

• Complete understanding of LAB values and image control via color scanning device
• Ability to achieve proper registration, ink and water balance and maintain color balance throughout job
• Working knowledge of dot gain, proper trap, inks and coatings and how they work with a multitude of substrates
• An understanding of plate curves and how they affect the CT in ¼ tone, mid tone and ¾ tone values
• Ability to retrieve JDF files, and to preset the CPC 2000 and set up press the most efficient way
• Good eye for color and be able to match proofs
• Knowledge and ability to hang blankets and plates, and to pack press properly
• Knowledge of the Alcolor Water System and Vario Roller Hickey Picking System
• Working knowledge of the Technotrans Cooling and Water System
• Be able to work at a high production rate in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate motorized pallet jack and / or forklift (certification may be required)

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