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Qualprint
3 FEDERICO DRIVE
PITTSFIELD
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Phone:4135532824
Fax:Brilliant Graphics G
Website: Click Here

Company Description:
Qualprint – headquartered in historic Pittsfield, MA – is a leading supplier of the highest quality commercial print services to a growing base of companies and institutions around the country. In addition to our headquarters, QualPrint is supported by a national network of 6 additional warehousing and fulfillment centers which also have their own specialty production capabilities. This means we can offer our customers three key benefits that aren’t typically found in the commercial printing industry.
Press Operator
To Commensurate With Experience
PITTSFIELD, MA
Full Time
Printing
Manufacturing/Production
Some High School Coursework
Nice to have
3+
Required
Operate a Komori Press - Preference: Required

Position Summary

Directs the crew and performs manual and machine operator tasks related to the set-up, maintenance and operations of the press.  Responsible for the quantitative and qualitative press performance. All employees are expected to work together as a team to achieve departmental goals and work together on technological improvements that will better the department, the company, and our clientele. All employees are also required to work overtime when necessary. 

Essential Job Functions:
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Set up, operate, and maintain press machines to produce high-quality materials in accordance with production schedules and customer requirements;
  • Maintain ink and etch levels, clean blankets and cylinders; examine printed copy for ink density, position on paper and registration;
  • Make adjustments to press throughout production run to maintain specific registration and color density;
  • Examine job order to determine quantity to be printed, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions;
  • Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy, making necessary adjustments to the machine settings to ensure compliance with specifications;
  • Troubleshoot the press and quality related problems and take the appropriate steps to remedy the problem;
  • Pull all required press materials to work on;
  • Obtain skids, load product onto skids according to procedures;
  • Perform all tagging/labeling activities and move skid to shipping or staging area;
  • Monitor machine performance, as well as detect and diagnose problems, and perform troubleshooting activities to resolve production issues;
  • Conduct routine machine maintenance, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing parts as necessary to ensure efficient operation;
  • Remove and replace worn rollers and adjusts pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools;
  • Washes up 6 or 8 color press;
  • Provide leadership to the press crew and department;
  • Take control of the press and the job in order to recognize issues;
  • Have a positive attitude;
  • Provide guidance to the press assistant;
  • Coordinate with other team members and departments to ensure efficient workflow and meet production targets;
  • Follow established safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment;
  • Maintain accurate production records, including logs and reports on machine performance, output, and quality control data;
  • Maintain clean and organized work area;
  • Fills in and help out with any and all hand-work if necessary;
  • Other duties as assigned.

We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

  • Two or more years of operating and maintaining large printing presses, preferably in a commercial print environment.
  • Must have solid computer skills.
  • Able to establish identity and US work.
  • Must be willing to learn and apply new software programs. Must have working knowledge and understanding of color theory, imposition and printing.
  • Should be able to troubleshoot problems and recommend solutions. Must possess a mechanical aptitude and dexterity.
  • Must be organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with the ability to multi-task and follow instructions.