Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Description

Join our amazing printing team in Durham, NC! This group works on a 12-hr. rotating shift module. 7am-7pm, 7pm-7am.

JOB SUMMARY

Makes ready and operates a web offset press to manufacture printed materials according to written specifications by performing the following duties.

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates hi-tech, complex press equipment utilizing the following standard methods : Completes all work tasks during make-readies and other press downtime situations. Assists with the webbing up of the printing press. Adjusts folder controls to properly maintain accurate fold. Monitors product quality for color, register, glue and sample requirements and re-adjusts guides and controls to rectify errors. Verifies product information, market and shipping destination. Monitors product waste. Operates press splicer. Replaces worn or damaged disposable parts. Completes preventive maintenance assignments and initiates work orders. Develops job skill levels and equipment knowledge necessary for advancement. Assists the Head Press Operator with maintaining accurate record keeping, press time sheets and other logs or forms as necessary.
• Cleans and stocks press with needed supplies : Assists with the removal of waste ink, used printing plates, and press side garbage. Cleans press water systems and changes filters. Changes slip-sheets at the printing units. Manually dips ink into printing press when needed. Completes cleaning program assignments.
• Team Responsibilities : Assists the Head Press Operator with training and development of co-workers. Assists the Head Press Operator in planning and delegating work assignments. Performs Head Press Operator responsibilities when needed. Reports any unmanageable print or press defects to the Head Press Operator or Supervisor. Assists with manual signature stacking when needed. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

EQUIPMENT / SOFTWARE UTILIZED

COMMUNICATION AND CONTACTS

DECISION MAKING

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Additional Information

The rate of pay for this role at the noted location is $23.70-30.80

In addition to base pay, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer / partner discounts.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans