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Heatset Press OperatorThe Heatset Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining heatset web offset printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials in a safe and efficient manner. This position ensures production schedules, quality standards, and waste reduction goals are met while maintaining equipment performance and workplace safety.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate heatset web offset printing presses according to job specifications.Review production orders, work instructions, and customer requirements prior to press startup.Adjust ink, water balance, registration, color density, folding, and web tension to achieve required print quality.Monitor press performance throughout production runs and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards.Verify printed materials meet customer specifications for color consistency, print registration, and overall appearance.Troubleshoot press, mechanical, electrical, and print quality issues to minimize downtime.Perform routine preventive maintenance, lubrication, cleaning, and minor repairs on press equipment.Inspect paper stock, inks, coatings, and other materials to ensure suitability for production.Maintain production records, quality documentation, downtime reports, and material usage logs.Coordinate with Prepress, Bindery, Maintenance, and Production teams to ensure efficient workflow.Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations.Assist with training and mentoring less experienced press operators and press assistants.Continuously identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and waste reduction.All other duties as assignedRequired Skills and AbilitiesHigh school diploma or GED required.Minimum of 2-5 years of heatset web offset press operating experience preferred.Experience operating commercial printing presses such as Goss, Heidelberg, MAN Roland, Komori, or similar equipment preferred.Strong understanding of color management, printing processes, and press controls.Ability to read and interpret production orders, layouts, and technical specifications.Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.Basic computer skills and familiarity with manufacturing or production tracking systems.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.Physical RequirementsRequires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bendingPushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbsRequires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordinationRequires near visual acuityRequires working around and operating departmental equipmentMust be able to access and navigate each department in the facilityRequires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstancesMittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:Medical, Dental, VisionLife and AD&D PoliciesShort and Long-Term Disability401K with Company MatchPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysPaid Volunteer Time OffPaid Veteran Time OffLegal InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionEmployee Assistance ProgramEducational AssistanceParental LeaveAdvancement OpportunitiesMittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Worksite address
philadelphia, PA, 19116, US
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