Press Operator 3 - Apprenticeship at RR Donnelley

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

50.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Press Operation, Color Correction, Mechanical Procedures, Job Specifications, Press Setup, Maintenance, Adjustments, Quality Control, Imposition, Tension Adjustment, Image Positioning, Micrometer Usage, Lubrication, Repair Skills, Safety Requirements, Complex Manipulations

Industry

Marketing Services

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 Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or , multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn) Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Makes necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer. Qualifications Requires comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set-ip, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work to critical tolerances Skill in a wide-variety of complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform a variety of tasks to set-up, make major adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly Additional Information The national pay range for this role is $27.00 - $50.00/hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location of the hired employee. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. 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, parental leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen. RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans Navy MOS: LI:Lithographer Marine MOS: 4620:Combat Lithographer Army MOS: 83F:Printing and Bindery Specialist Department: Apprenticeships Compensation: USD50000 - USD60000 - hourly

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain gravure or multi-color offset presses to produce high-quality printed materials. Perform make-ready tasks, color corrections, and routine maintenance to ensure optimal press performance.