Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Description

With locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota,
Forum Communications Printing addresses commercial printing and mailing needs with our high-quality print and mail solutions. Services include magazine, catalog, book, and tradeshow printing, brochures, direct mailers, postcards, variable data printing, statements, glossy inserts, annual reports, fulfillment, first class mail pick-up, and print & digital publications. Forum Communications Printing is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation, family-owned, Upper Midwest media company.

Operate and maintain web press machines and equipment. This is a 2nd shift position, Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10pm.

• Set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain printing presses.
• Monitor the printing process to maintain print quality and consistency.
• Adjust ink, tension, and register as necessary.
• Troubleshoot common press issues.
• Ensure that the final print meets quality standards and client specifications.
• Responsible for routine maintenance on press and printing equipment, and general housekeeping.
• Collaborate with other team members.
• Abide by all OSHA regulations and other established company safety policies.

• Press mechanics and control systems.
• Job ticket and proof interpretation.
• Substrate behavior and material handling.
• Color management fundamentals using densitometer.
• Plate hanging and blanket replacement.

• Previous experience operating a web press is preferred (Goss or DGM).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Expected compensation for this role is between $20 and $23/hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Our teams are made up of passionate, purpose-driven people who thrive on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Along with a competitive benefits package, you’ll find real opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact within a culture that celebrates ideas, values people, and knows how to have fun along the way. Come for the perks. Stay for the community.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.