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Offset Press Operator Duties

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SUMMARY

This is an entry level position that requires learning the operation and maintenance of a variety of smaller offset printing presses of the pressroom of University Printing. The individual filling this position will be expected to achieve proficiency in the operation of smaller presses within the shop with a degree of skill appropriate to the position. The employee will primarily be responsible for the quality printing of envelopes, letterheads, and other one and two color printed materials.

Responsibilities include setting up, maintaining, adjusting, and operating any one of a variety of smaller presses. The employee is responsible for performing all regular preventative maintenance on the press or presses to which he/she may be assigned. An increasing knowledge of the individual small presses and their capabilities is expected.

Work is performed under general supervision of a technical superior. The supervisor will make job assignments and review the work in progress to determine adherence of the OEO1 to follow job specifications and established quality control standards. The OEO1 will be responsible for exercising a good faith effort to meet all reasonable production requirements set by management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sets ups, adjusts, and operates offset printing presses to print various printed materials.

Makes adjustments, cleans, lubricates press to achieve successful printing operation. Performs all regular daily, weekly, or monthly maintenance for presses and other pressroom equipment in compliance with either manufacturer's suggestions or Printing Department's determined schedule.

Develops and maintains the correct pressure and registration between the plates and ink in order to obtain a clean, clear impression of the material being printed.

Informs Supervisor of the need of materials, inks, and other supplies for the pressroom.

Inspects work in progress and finished materials to ensure the quality standards and accuracy of printing is being maintained.

Resolves technical problems with presses, inks , and other solutions as necessary. Also responsible for calling attention of any problems with equipment to supervisor.

Performs other related jobs within the department as required.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from a standard high school is mandatory. College, vocational school, or specialized trade education or previous on-the job training should be considered as an asset.

Experience and or training as a journeyman press operator and a familiarity with various types of small presses-especially of the type and size found within the pressroom of University Printing is desirable but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to detect defects in printed pieces while jobs are in progress and make adjustments for correction.

Must possess a strong commitment to quality of work produced.

Ability to comprehend and effectively follow oral and written instructions.

Basic mechanical ability and a desire and ability to acquire knowledge and understanding of the operation of smaller offset printing presses in general. Achieving a working knowledge of the small presses currently being operated by University Printing essential.

A growing knowledge of the use of and application of inks to paper and of the various chemicals and materials used in the pressroom.

Ability to be trained in the operation of larger and more sophisticated presses.

 

 

 


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