CJK Group
Press Operator 3
The Press Operator 3 position involves operating and maintaining gravure or multi-color offset presses, including two-color, four-color, and multi-color work. The role requires handling large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration. Responsibilities include reviewing job specifications to ensure correct processing and proper run sequence, performing all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, and adjusting tension and register to meet quality standards. The operator must examine plates and cylinders for imperfections and check for correct operations during press runs. Additionally, making necessary color corrections and press adjustments prior to production runs to meet quality specifications is essential. The role also involves maintaining accurate records and coordinating with supervisors regarding production issues. Duties/Responsibilities: Operate and maintain gravure or multi-color offset presses, including two-color, four-color, and multi-color work. Handle large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration. Review job specifications to ensure correct processing and proper run sequence. Perform all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders. Adjust tension and register to meet quality standards. Examine plates and cylinders for imperfections; check for correct operations during press runs. Make necessary color corrections and press adjustments prior to production runs to meet quality specifications. Maintain accurate records and coordinate with supervisors regarding production issues. Basic Qualifications: Education equivalent to 8th grade plus additional classes. 2 to 4 years of specific vocational training or related experience in offset printing operations. Ability to apply common sense reasoning and solve practical problems using written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions. Proficient in performing arithmetic operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, equipment, and safety standards. Ability to read and understand job specifications to determine proper press setup and materials. Skilled in operating and making corrective adjustments to printing presses and related equipment. Familiarity with micrometers and ability to align printing plates with precision. Capable of performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on press equipment. Physical Requirements Medium strength demand: Must be able to lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and 10 to 20 pounds frequently. Frequent physical activities including reaching, standing, handling, fingering, and reaching upwards for 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Occasional activities such as walking, stooping, crouching, talking, and accommodationtypically required up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision requirements, including near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, and color vision, all needed frequently for quality control and precision alignment. Frequent use of hands and fingers for operating equipment, adjusting, and handling materials with precision. Noise exposure: Must be able to tolerate a very loud work environment. Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions and proximity to moving parts. CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact onsite HR at 502-488-4070 or sara.smith@sheridan.com.
The Press Operator 3 position involves operating and maintaining gravure or multi-color offset presses, including two-color, four-color, and multi-color work. The role requires handling large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration. Responsibilities include reviewing job specifications to ensure correct processing and proper run sequence, performing all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, and adjusting tension and register to meet quality standards. The operator must examine plates and cylinders for imperfections and check for correct operations during press runs. Additionally, making necessary color corrections and press adjustments prior to production runs to meet quality specifications is essential. The role also involves maintaining accurate records and coordinating with supervisors regarding production issues. Duties/Responsibilities: Operate and maintain gravure or multi-color offset presses, including two-color, four-color, and multi-color work. Handle large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration. Review job specifications to ensure correct processing and proper run sequence. Perform all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders. Adjust tension and register to meet quality standards. Examine plates and cylinders for imperfections; check for correct operations during press runs. Make necessary color corrections and press adjustments prior to production runs to meet quality specifications. Maintain accurate records and coordinate with supervisors regarding production issues. Basic Qualifications: Education equivalent to 8th grade plus additional classes. 2 to 4 years of specific vocational training or related experience in offset printing operations. Ability to apply common sense reasoning and solve practical problems using written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions. Proficient in performing arithmetic operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, equipment, and safety standards. Ability to read and understand job specifications to determine proper press setup and materials. Skilled in operating and making corrective adjustments to printing presses and related equipment. Familiarity with micrometers and ability to align printing plates with precision. Capable of performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on press equipment. Physical Requirements Medium strength demand: Must be able to lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and 10 to 20 pounds frequently. Frequent physical activities including reaching, standing, handling, fingering, and reaching upwards for 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Occasional activities such as walking, stooping, crouching, talking, and accommodationtypically required up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision requirements, including near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, and color vision, all needed frequently for quality control and precision alignment. Frequent use of hands and fingers for operating equipment, adjusting, and handling materials with precision. Noise exposure: Must be able to tolerate a very loud work environment. Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions and proximity to moving parts. CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact onsite HR at 502-488-4070 or sara.smith@sheridan.com.