Sheetfed First Press Operator at Mittera Group Inc

Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sheetfed Press Operation, Color Management, Registration Adjustment, Press Make-readies, Preventative Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Quality Inspection, Production Documentation, Mechanical Aptitude, Print Production Processes

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Description As a Sheetfed Press Operator, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality printed products that exceed customer expectations. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a sheetfed printing press while ensuring exceptional print quality, production efficiency, and safety. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, have an eye for detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to have you join our team on 1st shift! Essential Duties and Responsibilities Set up, operate, and monitor sheetfed printing press equipment to produce high-quality printed materials. Review job tickets and verify production specifications before beginning each job. Perform press make-readies, including plate changes, ink adjustments, and feeder setup. Monitor print quality throughout production, making color and registration adjustments as needed to maintain customer specifications. Troubleshoot press issues and make necessary adjustments to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. Conduct routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication of press equipment. Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet company and customer standards. Accurately complete production documentation and report production data. Monitor inventory levels of inks, coatings, plates, and other press supplies. Work closely with press assistants, prepress, and finishing departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of jobs. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety policies and procedures. Assist with training or mentoring less experienced operators or press assistants as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements 3-5 years of sheetfed press operating experience required. Additional experience with web offset printing presses a bonus Strong understanding of print production processes, color management, registration, and print quality standards. Ability to read and interpret job tickets and production specifications. Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work. Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment. Basic computer skills for production reporting and job tracking. Physical Requirements Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending. Ability to lift 25lbs frequently and up to 50lbs occasionally. Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination. Requires working around and operating departmental equipment. Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision Life and AD&D Policies Short and Long-Term Disability 401K with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Volunteer Time Off Paid Holidays Parental Leave Educational Assistance Employee Assistance Program Temperature-Controlled Work Environment Advancement Opportunities 8 Hour Shifts (Occasional Overtime) Relocation Assistance Available Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

Responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining sheetfed printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials. This includes performing make-readies, monitoring print quality, and conducting routine equipment maintenance.