Printing Press Operator

Job summary

The operator is responsible for setting up and operating printing presses, including mounting plates and controlling ink viscosity. They also direct the press crew and manage in-line binding and finishing equipment to ensure production quality.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Mount plates or cylinders and make necessary adjustments Review job orders to determine production time, colour sequence and quantities required Fill ink fountains and control colour and viscosity Plan production methods Set up press and operate at slow speed to check samples Instruct apprentices Remove and clean plates and cylinders at end of press run Set up and adjust in-line binding and finishing equipment Direct press crew to set up, operate and shut down press

What you’ll do

The operator is responsible for setting up and operating printing presses, including mounting plates and controlling ink viscosity. They also direct the press crew and manage in-line binding and finishing equipment to ensure production quality.

Requirements

Candidates must have between 2 and 3 years of experience and a college or CEGEP education. Proficiency in English is required for this on-site role.

Listed skills

• Production Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Press Operation
• Plate Mounting
• Color Control
• Viscosity Management
• Production Planning
• In-line Binding
• Finishing Equipment
• Crew Supervision
• Sample Checking
• Equipment Setup

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades