Roll Tender

Description:

A nationally recognized leader in the print production of high-quality niche publications and catalogs, Freeport Press has been in continuous operation since 1880, now centrally located at our facility in New Philadelphia, Ohio. We've made a name for ourselves as one of the most efficient printers in North America through innovative business practices, continuous investment in state-of-the-art technology, employee development and training, plus the strategic implementation of systems and process controls. Our customers know they can expect not only great printing but real solutions to problems that every publisher faces.

Summary

Freeport Press is hiring Roll Tenders for both facilities in New Philadelphia and Freeport Ohio. The ideal candidate will be energetic, proficient and exhibit strong communication skills with a knowledge of offset printing. This is an opportunity to play a key role in a collaborative environment and join a spirited team as it continues to grow at record pace. Works in the Pressroom performing maintenance and operating the press in a timely, safe and proficient manner. There is a strong emphasis on producing a quality product with the least amount of waste possible.

Requirements:

What You Will Do

• Spots (position) plates on the press and plates up the press units assigned correctly.
• Inspect rolls of paper for damage and prepares paster patterns on all sizes of rolls correctly.
• Assist with webbing the press from the reel level to the folder correctly.
• Remove and install press blankets on the impression cylinders correctly.
• Change and adjust ink and water rollers to correct settings.
• Perform general press cleanup by emptying and scraping pans and the general cleaning the press as directed.
• Perform preventative lubrication maintenance on the presses as assigned. Responsible for reporting any mechanical/electrical malfunctions or safety related issues promptly to the pressroom supervisor on duty.
• Create and maintain a clean and safe work environment including properly disposing of rags and loose paper and wiping up ink or oil spilled on or around the press.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years' experience on web offset press.
• Ability to work with a crew.
• Must possess the ability to convey and receive communication and direction from and to supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to manually push rolls to the unit reel, with assistance of a roll dolly.
• Ability to climb press stairs, attached to the press up to 60 feet high.
• Ability to work on steel, concrete and vinyl floors.
• Ability to work around high levels of noise.
• Ability to bend, squat and twist to perform job function.
• Ability to lift over the head with both arms.
• Ability to lift down 80 lb. rubber roller with assistance.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Freeport Press is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.