Job Description

Offset First Press Operator- Winchester at Quad summary: The Offset First Press Operator at Quad in Winchester, VA is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining printing presses and auxiliary equipment. They supervise the press crew, ensure quality control to company standards, perform make-ready and maintenance duties, and document job details. The role requires working irregular and extended shifts, attention to detail, and the ability to train and coordinate team members. Quad is currently seeking a First Pressman for our Winchester, VA location. This position will set-up, operate and maintain the press and auxiliary equipment related to the press. Additionally, the First Pressman will direct the activities of the press crew, assigning tasks during downtime and make-ready periods. Job Duties include, but are not limited to: Make-ready and operate press based upon written instructions provided. Establish and maintain color and/or fold and mechanical quality to BPC standards. Continuously monitor product for quality and approve or reject. Direct and coordinate activities of assigned crew members. Perform assigned make-ready duties. Complete required general maintenance and lubrication assignments. Complete required documentation, electronic and paper, for assigned job. Perform duties of other Print Service manufacturing positions as needed, following requisite training. Provide training for employees so the crew members can provide coverage for each other and/or prepare them for future positions. Follow all safety policies and regulations, report any potential hazards, near-misses, or accidents immediately. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Ability to work irregular schedules, including rotating day/night shifts Ability to maintain close attention to detail for extended time periods Strong organizational abilities Ability to work overtime as mandated by production needs Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure Essential Functions of this job include the following: the ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, the ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours, use hand and wrists continuously in a controlled movement, receive and follow instructions and use vision in order to identify defects. Ability to work 12 hour shifts 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am, which may include days, nights, weekends and overtime. High School Diploma or GED preferred. Keywords: offset printing, press operation, make-ready, quality control, press maintenance, crew supervision, printing production, print manufacturing, shift work, equipment operation

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Full time, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,

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