Press Assistant 2 (1st Shift and 3rd Shift)

Job description

Help prepare the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly. Pulls dies, ink and plates for upcoming jobs on presses. Inspects the inking systems, anilox rolls and material and the mechanisms related to that press. Ensures that the roll of paper is properly unwrapped, mounted and ready to be spliced. Works in conjunction with the press operators in the preventative maintenance of the presses. Assists maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and making repairs to press. May assist with make-readies, clean anilox rollers for all presses. May adjust ink and varnish to ensure that proper color is established or maintained as required by location. Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies. Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned. It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the requirements of their documented process as defined in the ISO Quality Manual. Other duties as assigned High school and/or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience with flexographic or printing presses. Previous experience in the operation of a printing press or work in a flexographic, digital printing, offset or web printing, or duplicator operation preferred. Some experience in the operation of various hand tools including line gauge, loupe, ink knife preferred. Hearing protection, safety glasses and safety toe shoes or boots are required. Must be able to lift, pull and push up to 60 pounds frequently. Must be able to bend, reach and turn frequently. Must be able to stand and move about the facility All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $18.69 - $27.60 / hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition 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 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.