Night Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator - Quad

Company: Quad
Location: Franklin
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Sheetfed First Press OperatorJob ID: Not SpecifiedJob Type: Full-timeLocation: Franklin, WI, USAAbout Us: Quad is a global marketing experience company that helps clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness.Job Description:We are seeking a Sheetfed First Press Operator at our Franklin, WI location. This is a 12-hour night shift position.Responsibilities:

• Prepare for Operation: Access job ticket information and set up offset press machine for correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications. Communicate job information and additional instructions to support staff to prepare for production. Ensure the machine is adequately stocked with supplies needed for each job.
• Operate Sheetfed Press: Operate assigned equipment within Company safety standards to finish printed products according to customer specifications. Continually monitor supply levels of raw materials and add as needed.
• Perform Quality Checks: Complete quality checklist(s) and perform visual quality checks of the product throughout the printing process to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Perform Maintenance: Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed during the job. Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned equipment during shift.
• Perform Line Clearance: Clean assigned area by removing all products from line, trash, boxes, and other supplies associated with a completed order.
• Troubleshoot:
• Attain and Maintain Proper Ink and Water Balance:
• Keep Ongoing List of Maintenance Issues: to be addressed during next scheduled maintenance, one list for all crews.
• Direct Crew to Specific Duties: during scheduled maintenance.
• Check and Set Rollers: change if necessary.
• Perform Needed Maintenance: during any delay time.
• Monitor and Maintain Constant Ink Densities: per customer specifications.
• Attend All Operators Meetings:
• Work with Urgency: when press is down, to maintain production requirements.
• Continue Learning: new and improved processes to achieve increased production.
• Responsible for the Ongoing Training: and development of other Pressroom personnel.
• Assist Supervisors: in documenting and improving procedures and processes by offering ideas and suggestions.
• Assist Supervisors: in providing feedback for employee evaluations.
• Facilitate Teamwork: among team members and between shifts.
• Perform Other Duties: as assigned.Requirements:
  • Must have 3+ years: of Lead Sheetfed Operator experience - packaging/printing field preferred.
  • Experience with Heidelberg XL 105: is desired, but other makes will also be considered.
  • Must have an understanding: of color, and the ability to pass a color test is required.
  • Must have strong mechanical skills: and aptitude.
  • Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously: ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, stand long hours (10-hour shift), use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions, and use vision to identify defects.
  • Ability to work 10-hour shifts: with overtime and holidays as required (OT paid over 40 hours per week).We Offer:Excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.Quad is an Equal Opportunity Employer: and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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