Digital Press Specialist – Printing

Under general supervision, set-up, monitor, operate and maintain digital or offset printing systems. Responsible for the safe, efficient and economical operations to meet daily production goals within job and quality specifications. Operate offset press or digital printers at a level that meets production and quality requirements. Read and execute job tickets within customer quality requirements. Maintain quality while attaining a high speed of output. Use the print management system system effectively. Understand and use proofs in checking printing attributes. Produce jobs utilizing the most cost efficient method of production and/or programming. Contribute to ongoing quality improvement programs. Perform basic scheduled maintenance procedures. Operation of bindery/finishing equipment Position requires incumbent to work unscheduled overtime, multiple shifts and multiple locations based on the business needs of the department. Qualifications High School Graduate or GED equivalent required. Associates degree in graphic design or printing preferred. Five (5) years digital or offset printing experience. One (1) year of offset or digital press operations experience One (1) year of bindery equipment operations Good organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Must remain current in machine operations technology and satisfactorily complete required training programs. Proficient with current industry standard PC applications and systems. Thorough understanding of the CMYK printing process (offset only). Must be able to lift 50 pounds in order to load and unload paper stock. Ability to make decisions within scope of responsibility where operational guidelines or procedures are nonexistent Ability to proficiently operate offset or printing presses. Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.