Press Operator B, Offset Job in Marion, North Carolina US
Press Operator B, Offset
Press Operator B, Offset RockTenn Folding Marian, NC RockTenn, following the acquisition of Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation in May 2011, is one of North America's leading manufacturers of paperboard, containerboard and consumer and corrugated packaging and one of the world's largest paper recyclers, with annualized net sales of approximately $10 billion. Based in Atlanta, GA, we operate 245 facilities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Chile, Argentina and China. At RockTenn, we're not just about making paperboard, packaging and displays. Our 26,000 employees are committed to exceeding their customers expectations -- every time. We're about perfecting performance and innovating to provide the lowest cost possible. We thrive on striving to be the best, because nothing less is acceptable. If you enjoy this shared pursuit of perfection, a constant commitment to thinking beyond convention, putting customers first, reducing waste or discovering value where others haven't, you're one of us. Job Description: The Press Operator B functions as the Assistant Press Operator and learns to operator the sheet-fed offset printing press to print single and multicolor copy from lithographic plates in the absence of the Press Operator. The Press Operator A, B and C work as a team and will fill in during an absence of the other team member, including breaks, vacation, etc. This position reports directly to the Printing Manager. Tasks and Duties: The Press Operator B position will be required to assist the Press Operator and learn the following: 1. Examines job order to determine quantity to be printed, stock specifications, colors, and special printing instructions. 2. Verifies copy to customer approval or signed color standard. 3. Installs and locks plate into position using hand tools to achieve pressure required for printing. 4. Washes plate to remove protective gum coating. 5. Measures plate thickness and inserts packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing height. 6. Fills ink and dampening solution fountains and adjusts controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder. 7. Loads paper into feeder, adjusts feeder and delivery mechanisms and unloads printed material from delivery mechanism. 8. Applies packing sheets to blanket cylinder to build up blanket thickness to diameter of plate cylinder. 9. Measures paper thickness and adjusts space between blanket and impression cylinders according to thickness of paper stock. 10. Starts press and examines printed copy for ink density, position on paper and registration. 11. Makes adjustments to press throughout production run to maintain specific registration and color density. 12. Removes and cleans plate and cylinders. 13. Will assist in the repair and preventative maintenance of press. 14. Will be responsible for other duties as assigned by Printing Manager or Shift Supervisor. 15. Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules, security procedures and instructions. 16. Performs all duties according to established safety policy, including wearing all required PPes to perform duties. 17. Willing to work flexible hours as necessary. Skills Competencies: 1. Good computer skills. 2. Good problem solving skills. 3. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. 4. Good communication skills. 5. Ability to work in team environment. 6. Ability to work with little supervision. 7. Good attendance record. 8. Good mathematical ability, including good understanding of measurements. Physical Requirements: 1. Must be able to perform physical activities that require use of arms and legs, moving body, such as lifting up to 50 pounds repeatedly, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials as necessary. Education and Experience: 1. Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED. 2. 2-years work related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Employment Conditions: 1. Must complete cGMP training and Departmental QOP training. 2. Must pass color-blindness testing. 3. Must pass Company pre-employment testing.