2nd PRESSMAN--SHEETFED (FIRST SHIFT)

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Overview

Are you looking for a career with a great company? Suttle-Straus is looking for a 2nd Pressman--Sheetfed to join our award winning team! The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in the pressroom, but we will train the right candidate. Apply online at www.suttle-straus.com/about/employment.

Suttle-Straus is a premier provider of printing, digital production, wide format, mailing, custom kitting, warehousing, and distribution services. We offer a collaborative work environment, great benefits and fantastic co-workers. Our success is founded on three core principles: A clear focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations; a long history of implementing new technologies to increase quality and efficiency; and the importance of building an outstanding workforce. Check out our website (www.suttle-straus.com) and Facebook page to learn more about us!

We offer a competitive benefits package with immediate eligibility for health, dental, vision and life insurance, and eligibility after 30 days for a company matched 401(k) plan. Generous paid time off accrues monthly from date of hire.

Suttle-Straus is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of this role is to assist machine operators in the press room. This is a production job requiring the Second Pressman to stand for up to 12 hours a day. The position requires that the individual be detail orientated and have a strong mechanical aptitude.

Duties, Responsibilities & Abilities:

1: Deliver Quality Products

Interpret and follow direction from a work ticket

Interpret layouts and ticket information

Check that correct paper is issued with the correct count

Assist with press make ready and set up

Assist in mounting plates and other items needed to process work

Assist in the overall set up of the press, such as sheet size, coatings, blankets, etc.

Check work against layouts, proofs and ticket information

Inspect and perform pre and post processes to ensure quality at the source

Assist in wash up between jobs

Fill out necessary paperwork and records (check list, maintenance log, stock usage, etc.)

Follow department procedures including QC checklists

Monitor product quality

Be part of the team resolving quality issues in the department

Participate in quality audits for the department

Assist with internal and external questions/problems to provide solutions for customers

Report non-conforming materials for the department

Accurately record your time and materials

2: Ensure Efficient Processes

Follow daily press schedule to meet delivery dates

Meet or exceed estimated standards

Communicate, collaborate and share knowledge with all team members

Provide feedback on consumables for all devices

Participate in maintenance programs and assist with mechanical repairs to ensure quality products, track and log items and repairs.

3: Actively Engage in Continuous Improvement & Safety

Follow all safety policies and procedures

Collaborate with employees to develop and improve processes

Develop ways to improve efficiency and throughput

Participate in CAPA (corrective action preventative action) activities in the department

Be part of an agile workforce that creates depth in all major cost centers

Brainstorm and unveil CI (continuous improvement) opportunities

Reduce waste, including rework, by attacking the eight wastes

Maintain a clean and orderly 6S work area

Continuously focus on expanding knowledge

Other Job Responsibilities:

Assist in the general upkeep of the press, including installing, cleaning and adjusting rollers

Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of the press and surrounding area

Keep area free from pallets, skid and skid tops

Remove wastepaper, ink and solvents

Provide feedback on new equipment purchases and decisions

Qualifications

Skills & Educational Requirements:

Prior commercial print shop experience a plus

High School education or equivalent professional experience

Ability to read a ruler

Basic math skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Ability to work well with co-workers in a team environment

Ability to operate computer-based technology

  Physical Requirements:

Constant standing and/or walking

Manual dexterity

Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.

Occasionally ascend/descend steps

Occasionally squat or kneel

Occasionally bend