Job Description
Press Feeder Operator
Company: Sheridan Grand Rapids Department: PressRoomReports To: Production SupervisorDate Approved: 8/31/2024
Job Summary:
Assist Operator in production of heat-set web printed materials and maintenance of web presses while continually learning machine operations and printing technique.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Read and understand work order verifying correctsubstrate, bind type, ink color, and run lengths.
Order substrate while considering the needs of the oncoming shift.
Set up stacker and bundler to send adequate and well identified bundles to bindery.
Understand substrate – weights, PPI, size, grain direction, coating, marking and storage
Loadcorrect substrate into the machine while tracking slab-off, waste consumption and return weights.
Learn all phases of the press operation
Ensure bundles conform to bindery needs including proper identification.
Be sure all waste is disposed of properly including printed and blank substrate.
See that all skids are safely stacked and wrapped before leaving press area.
Learn to interpret the information on the work order and its contents.
Assist Operator as needed.
Run press effectively in temporary absence of Operator.
Assist maintenance personnel with machine repair.
Exercise initiative, ask questions and look for ways of improvingproductivity.
Keep area safe and clean.
Adequately communicate with oncoming shift
Perform end of shift duties leaving area ready for oncoming shift.
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, workplace and safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic math skills, add subtract, and ability to use a measuring device.
Basic problem-solving skills.
Desired Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work with the following software packages or programs:
Microsoft Office, Flex and PrintStream at beginning level
Effective email and electronic communication skills are preferred
Ability to work with the following tools or machinery
Pallet jack
Paper Turning Disc
Knives: razor, hand, slab-off skives
Pallet wrap holder
Vacuum lift
Plate bender
Plate carts
Hand tools
Grease guns/ air hose nozzles
Shaft handling cart
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently, 20lbs constantly
Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 lbs. in all directions
Constantly be able to work in the work activities
Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another,
Communicating with others to exchange information,
Operating machine and/or power tools
Work in noisy environments
Occasionally be able to do the listed activities
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like
Moving self in different position to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight spaces
Remain in stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
Work in high temperatures, small and/or enclosed spaces
CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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