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The On-call Press Operator is responsible for performing machine operator tasks in the set-up, maintenance, and operation of a litho printing press.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Lead a press crew effectively
• Interact with the press schedule and ticket accordingly
• Interact with pressroom clients in a professional manner
• Produce quality print in the most efficient manner
• Producing product in a timely manner meeting the scheduled press times
• Follow pressroom procedures for control sheets, charging time & material, load tags, FSC stock, and samples
• Perform needed maintenance and cleaning on the presses 
• Ensure Press, front console work area, and pressroom are maintained in a clean and professional manner
• Understanding of densitometers and spectrophotometers
• Perform additional duties assigned

Mandatory Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent  
• 2+ years’ work experience on the same or functionally similar press.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understands densitometers and spectrophotometers.  
• Basic G7 practices.  
• Understands and complies with Lean Manufacturing.   
• Requires good knowledge of how to mix and produce correct color in printing. 
• Strong knowledge of applicability of various jobs to press.   
• Ability to read and understand oral/written instructions and set up press to carry out instructions. 
• Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. 
• Thorough knowledge of problem-solving on press.   
• Thorough knowledge of press operations and functions. 
• Strong understanding of prepress functions. 
• Reliability through attendance, punctuality and attention to workstation. 
• Demonstrate positive safety attitude. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping 
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work 
• Frequent walking and standing 
• Ultimate client satisfaction mentally and approach
• Superb ability to communicate with various functional groups  
• Proactive approach to identify and solve problems before they arise 
• Exceptional coordination and multi-tasking skills
• Attention to detail with outstanding and analytics skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Continually improving operator skills and knowledge
• Basic computer skills
• Chemicals: Yes  

The national pay range for this role is listed above. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.