Offset Web Pressman

The largest Wisconsin newspaper producer is looking to add a skilled offset web pressman to their team!

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating presses: Loading paper, making adjustments for paper size, and ensuring correct pressure and registration between plates and ink.
• Monitoring print quality: Adjusting ink and water balance, and ensuring print quality meets specifications.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance: Making minor repairs, cleaning equipment, and performing routine maintenance.
• Maintaining equipment: Changing plates, blankets, and cylinders as needed.
• Ink management: Obtaining or mixing inks and filling ink fountains.
• File management: Downloading or scanning files, adjusting digital files, and inputting job settings.
• Production tracking: Maintaining time or production records, controlling workflow, and tracking jobs.
• Inventory management: Monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies.
• Environmental monitoring: Monitoring humidity and temperature and making necessary adjustments.
• Training and supervision: Potentially training and developing press crews, directing or monitoring their work.

Skills and Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude: Understanding of printing press mechanics and ability to troubleshoot issues.
• Attention to detail: Ensuring accuracy in print quality and meeting specifications.
• Good color perception: Ability to identify and correct color inconsistencies.
• Communication skills: Working with other pressmen and supervisors.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other pressmen and departments.
• Time management: Meeting deadlines and completing jobs on time.
• Problem-solving: Identifying and resolving issues during print runs.

Working Conditions

• May involve working in a noisy environment.
• May involve exposure to inks and cleaning chemicals.
• May involve standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items.
• May involve working in a moderately competitive environment and meeting strict deadlines.