First Press Operator Nights

• Responsible/accountable for the overall safety of the entire press crew. 
• This includes but is not limited to: using the inch-safe-service method while washing blankets or any other time it is required; following Lockout/Tagout procedures when necessary; maintaining proper placement of machine guards; ensuring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is properly worn when necessary; following and enforcing the Quad Safety Rules. Performs and/or oversees all tasks associated with operating the press equipment in support of the production goals related to safety, setup, line speed, waste, web breaks and downtime.
• Ensures that rollers are maintained in good condition and set properly as dictated by the PM process
• Inspects printed quality of jobs including folds, cleanliness, color and registration.
• Ensures press is re-webbed correctly, safely and efficiently.
• Ensures that proper plates are mounted correctly and accurately.
• Serves as the leader for assigned equipment and crew and directs the work of crew members.
• Supports Pressroom Supervisor by providing instruction, training and guidance to junior crew members and provides performance feedback for these positions.
• Follows all safety regulations and encourages safe work habits from press crew.
• Participate in accident investigations if crew members become injured.
• Review applicable Safety Alerts with crew members.

• Prefer 3 years' experience or more in press operations.
• Perform basic math functions as related to press operations.
• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking and general knowledge of English to understand written directions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve print related problems such as pressure, settings, tension, irregular ink distributions and web-breaks.
• Ability to work as a cooperative part of a crew and provide both technical and safety instructions/training to junior crew members.
• Enhanced listening skills and ability to follow directions from the supervisor.
• Exhibit good interpersonal skills in issuing work instructions and communicating with crew members.
• Ability to demonstrate and share personal job knowledge with less experienced crew members.
• Ability to recognize when both positive and negative reinforcement is warranted for safe/unsafe behavior.
• Ability to work overtime as required based upon production demands.

Quad is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.