Job Summary:

As an 8-C Press Operator you will direct the crew and perform manual and machine operator tasks related to the set-up, maintenance, and operations of the press. You will be responsible for training crew members, maintaining all training programs for the press and assisting in inventory control. The 8-C Press Operator has jurisdiction over their press line and the pressmen who assist in running the press and folder on their shift.

Essential Functions:

• Manually set up machine for job specifications.
• Operate and troubleshoot machine.
• Ensure that production goals are met.
• Direct assigned crew members.
• Works with crewmembers in operation of press and folder, cleaning and maintaining equipment, changing paper rolls, ensuring maintenance activities are thoroughly reported and documented.
• Consistently inspects for and maintains a high quality of work.
• Responsible to see that all running samples are pulled, inspected, and initialed.
• Ensure sample copies are of the highest quality.
• Assumes direct responsibility in enforcing and administrating all SOPs for themselves and Direct Reports and makes suggestions on changes to procedures when appropriate.
• Verifies press counts by checking Autocount to the counters and initials packing slips.
• Assumes responsibility to ensure all Autocount printouts and computer entries are correct and accurate regardless of if those entries are by themselves or by a Direct Report assigned to them.
• Ensures the machine is kept clean during production runs and down time, using the resources of people efficiently as well as instructing Direct Reports on required duties.
• Checks skid flags to make sure they are properly filled out.
• Assumes direct responsibility to enforce all safety procedures by all Direct Reports and themselves such as: PPEs, ergonomics, chemical hazards, etc. and performs these duties in a manner that protects the health and safety of all employees. Maintains a rotation among crewmembers to each workstation on the press for both training and ergonomic reasons.
• Ensures rotation between crew members to different tasks throughout shift.
• Assigns and directs the work of the pressmen and take-off personnel on the crew.
• Administer all maintenance programs, tasks, and associated paperwork.
• Trains crewmembers on new items or procedures.
• Follows the department's maintenance program when maintenance is being conducted.
• Ensures all crewmembers read, understand, and follow the entire work order of every job and that all discrepancies are resolved.
• Successfully complete the department's training program and work with crewmembers to ensure they also successfully complete the training.
• Assumes direct responsibility to ensure their press has all required resources. This includes everything from supplies to personnel and reports any shortages of these resources to the Supervisor.
• Responsible for all Direct Report's evaluations with the assistance from the Supervisor.
• Elevates unresolved or continuing problems to the Supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interface with a variety of individuals or groups on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work with limited direction and supervision, while demonstrating good judgment and strict confidence.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Must successfully complete any training or certification courses required to support or strengthen position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift and move materials weighing between 30 and 75 pounds.
• Must be able to use hands for a variety of repetitive material handling tasks about 90% of an 8-hour shift constantly.
• Kneel and squat to do work on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to constantly stand for up to 8 hours.
• Must be able to climb steps on a frequent basis.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or use controls, tools or equipment.
• May require the ability to use a keyboard and other office equipment.
• May require specific vision abilities that include close vision.
• May be required to perform concentrated work for extended periods of time.
• May be required to lift, carry or exert items or objects of reasonable weight.
• May be required to perform duties beyond standard business hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma and four years' experience in press operations.