Offset Web Pressman

Job description

The largest Wisconsin newspaper producer is looking to add a skilled offset web pressman to their team! Responsibilities: Setting up and operating presses: Loading paper, making adjustments for paper size, and ensuring correct pressure and registration between plates and ink. Monitoring print quality: Adjusting ink and water balance, and ensuring print quality meets specifications. Troubleshooting and maintenance: Making minor repairs, cleaning equipment, and performing routine maintenance. Maintaining equipment: Changing plates, blankets, and cylinders as needed. Ink management: Obtaining or mixing inks and filling ink fountains. File management: Downloading or scanning files, adjusting digital files, and inputting job settings. Production tracking: Maintaining time or production records, controlling workflow, and tracking jobs. Inventory management: Monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies. Environmental monitoring: Monitoring humidity and temperature and making necessary adjustments. Training and supervision: Potentially training and developing press crews, directing or monitoring their work. Skills and Abilities: Mechanical aptitude: Understanding of printing press mechanics and ability to troubleshoot issues. Attention to detail: Ensuring accuracy in print quality and meeting specifications. Good color perception: Ability to identify and correct color inconsistencies. Communication skills: Working with other pressmen and supervisors. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other pressmen and departments. Time management: Meeting deadlines and completing jobs on time. Problem-solving: Identifying and resolving issues during print runs. Working Conditions: May involve working in a noisy environment. May involve exposure to inks and cleaning chemicals. May involve standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items. May involve working in a moderately competitive environment and meeting strict deadlines.