Print Press Operator

Job description:

• 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.
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