Printing Machine Operator

• Reposition printing plates, adjust pressure rolls, or otherwise adjust machines to improve print quality, using knobs, hand wheels, or hand tools.
• Inspects and examines printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications, and external defects using specific test methods and equipment.
• Examines job orders to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, colors, and color sequences.
• Selects and install printing plates, dies, and cylinders in machines according to specifications.
• Monitors the printing processes of presses in order to maintain specified operating levels and to detect malfunctions; make any necessary adjustments.
• Operates equipment at required speed to ensure proper ink coverage, alignment, and registration.
• Loads, positions, and adjusts unprinted materials on equipment.
• Pours ink and other materials into reservoirs of printing units, making measurements and adjustments to control color and viscosity.
• Maintains or adjusts equipment using proper preventive maintenance techniques.  Blends and tests inks and varnishes according to types of material being printed and work order specifications.
• Cleans and lubricates presses and components, using oil, solvents, brushes, and rags.
• Removes printed materials from presses and transports them to storage or finishing areas.
• Ensures the work conducted within the production area is performed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensures adherence to all quality control processes and procedures and actively supports the company’s internal audit program.
• Maintains daily time and materials usage reports by entering information into the computer management system.

• 1-2 years relevant experience in printing preferred.
• High school diploma / GED / or equivalent preferred.
• Candidate should possess basic mathematical skills.
• Candidate should possess a strong work ethic, time management and troubleshooting skills, a positive attitude, and be detail oriented.
• Individual must be able to monitor processes, materials and equipment, as well as judge quality through inspection of characteristics.
• Individual must be able to work independently with minimal guidance required.

AWG, Inc.