Press Operator

Personify, a nationally recognized and awarded recruiting firm, is hiring a Press Operator for our client, an innovator in the printing industry, based in Hagerstown, MD.

Come work for a company that continues to be at the forefront of providing the best and most innovative solutions for storytellers. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

Location: Hagerstown, MD

As a Press Operator, you will:

• Provide proper preparation and operation of the press to include application of ink, plates, blankets, and inline solutions
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to produce accurate color reproduction; adjust and maintain inking and dampening system; make corrections and solve problems as they occur
• Provide proper balance and adjustment of solution mixtures and levels
• Perform image quality checks to include position and synchronization
• Maintain production by loading press with correct grain of paper throughout the production run
• Perform assigned tasks to meet the production and quality standards for press operation
• Report press time and production results accurately
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures including but not limited to following all guidelines for machine guarding, the proper handling of hazardous waste, following lock out-tag out procedures and complying with the use of personal protective equipment, such as hearing protection, gloves, and steel toe shoes
• Develop skills and knowledge of the graphics arts industry and the company’s processes and procedures to be able to assume pressman responsibilities
• Perform other duties as needed
• Experience with Offset Printing
• Experience with 4 Color Process
• Experience with Water Ink Balance
• Experience with Heidelberg Press

Must have experience with offset printing and operation of a Heidelberg Press.

Required Skills:

• Ability to lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for the entire duration of your shift
• Experience – previous press experience preferred
• Attention to detail, good communication skills, comfortable with computer applications.
• Ability to work in teams or alone and ability to motivate other team members

What we offer you:

• Your safety is our top priority; we use COVID-safe practices in all we do
• Paid time off
• Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401k with a company match
• Fun and welcoming work environment
• Growing business with a strong future

Work Hours: This is a 12-hour shift, 7:00pm – 7:00am. You work 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next week. Overtime is paid after 36 hours.