Job Description
Job Description
Ironmark, one of Mid-Atlantic’s leading print and marketing organizations relies on the efficiency and effectiveness of its production team. To deliver on our promise to customers, we count on exceptionally talented, bright, and committed people. Currently, we’re seeking an Offset Press Operator with experience on the Komori 8 color offset press to join our team in Annapolis Junction MD. This professional will be responsible for operating and tending printing presses. Performs traditional printing method — offset lithography.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Sets up, adjusts, and operates 28x40 Komori 8 color offset press to print various printed materials.
- Makes adjustments, cleans, and lubricates press to achieve successful printing operation.
- Performs all regular daily, weekly, or monthly maintenance for presses and other pressroom equipment in compliance with either manufacturer’s suggestions or Printing Department’s determined schedule.
- Develops and maintains the correct pressure and registration between the plates and ink in order to obtain a clean, clear impression of the material being printed.
- Informs Supervisor of the need for materials, inks, and other supplies for the pressroom.
- Inspects work in progress and finished materials to ensure the quality standards and accuracy of printing is being maintained.
- Resolves technical problems with presses, inks, and other solutions as necessary. Also responsible for calling attention to any problems with equipment to supervisor.
- Performs other related jobs within the department as required.
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Minimum of 5 years as an operator on a large multi-color offset press.
- Ability to detect defects in printed pieces while jobs are in progress and make adjustments for correction.
- Must possess a strong commitment to the quality of work produced.
- Ability to comprehend and effectively follow oral and written instructions.
- Basic mechanical ability as well as a desire and ability to acquire knowledge and understanding of the operation of offset printing presses in general.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged standing, bending, reaching, and walking occurs; must climb upon the press to make some adjustments, clear jams, clean ink fountains, press rollers, etc. Frequently lifts paper stock and printing supplies that weigh up to 50 pounds.