Press Helper

WESTAFF IS ACTIVELY RECRUITING FOR A PRESS OPERATOR ASSISTANT IN A LARGE PRINT COMPANY IN THE DURHAM AREA

$17.00 per hour

Hours (2 shifts available) 7am-7pm- or 7am-7pm- 7pm-7am (rotating shifts)

• Prepare the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly.
• Inspect the fountain solution, inking systems, rolls of paper and the mechanisms related to the reels.
• Maintain proper inventory of paper and record usage and spoilage on the SPC report.
• Ensure that the roll of paper is properly unwrapped, mounted and ready to be spliced.
• Monitor the flow of paper throughout the run and prepare/install a new roll when necessary.
• Work in conjunction with the press operator and other Press Assistants on preventative maintenance of the press.
• Assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and repairing the press.
• May assist with make‑readies.
• May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure proper color is established or maintained as required by location.
• Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures, including handling hazardous waste, lock‑out/tag‑out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Follow the requirements of the documented process defined in the ISO Quality Manual.

• Must have 2–4 years of experience in a printing environment.
• Experience operating various hand tools.
• Be able to work in a team environment.
• Be able to stand for up to zka hours at a time runtime = true.;

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Vision, Dental & Retirement Savings Plan
• Permanent Opportunity
• Free online Skill Building Training