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Lead Press Operator
Location:
Spokane Valley, WA		Company:
Northwest Offset Printing

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Lead Press Operator-NWOP.docx

 

Job Description

 

Job Title:

Lead Press Operator

Reports To:

Manufacturing Manager

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Department:

620-Press

FLSA  Basis:

NA

Approved by HR :

November 2023

Pay Grade :

NA

Survey Code :

TBD

 

This position serves to lead press crews in achieving precision configuration of paper, plate, ink, and press to meet daily production targets for volume and exceptional quality across all printed publications.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Master operation of all press machinery which may include pallet jacks, forklifts, clamp trucks, stacking machines, under-wrap, and strapping machines, roll stand, press tower unit equipment, and folders etc.

 

·       Master all duties required of Second Press Operator

·       Master ink and water balance throughout runs

·       Demonstrate mastery of the entire printing process for optimum overall print quality results

·       Demonstrate an aptitude for comprehensive team appreciation, motivation, and cooperation

·       Work closely with shift supervision toward successful accomplishment of all shift requirements

·       Accomplish shift goals by leading Second Operators, Roll Tenders, and stacker personnel

·       Follow all companywide and department specific safety protocols

·       Other duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

·       Exceptional attendance

 

COMPUTER SKILLS

Basic computer skills in spreadsheet and word processing preferred.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

·       AA degree in a related field or proven mechanical abilities required.

·       Four or more years’ experience in the commercial printing trade preferred.

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Critically important to positively communicate with customers both in person and over the phone. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

 

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS

Moderate customer interaction may be required from this position. The ability to achieve conducive working and customer relationships is vital.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic math in and correctly apply calculations to the production of correctly sized product signatures and completed publications.

 

REASONING ABILITY

Excellent ability to solve problems on the fly as issues arise. Ability to anticipate customer concerns, needs, and wants, and the best plan of action toward successful manufacturing.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

N/A

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel while reaching with hands and arms. The employee frequently walks, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls. The employee occasionally sits, climbs, balances, talks, and hears. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. 

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR THIS POSITION

Ears: Hearing Protection

Eyes: Safety Glasses

Face:  Dust/Fluids Masks

Hands: Appropriate Gloves

Feet: No Open-Toed Shoes

Hair & Clothing: Ties for long hair, Buttons for long sleeves

 

I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified in this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or Human Resources.

 

 

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