Lithography Press Operator bei The Ohio Art Company

Description

The Ohio Art Company, a world leader in the metal decorating business and a Northwest Ohio company in business for over 115 years, has a need for a Lithography Press Operator.

The ideal candidate would be mechanically inclined and be able to learn to set up and run a multi-color lithography press. This is a 2-year apprenticeship training program with progressive pay throughout the training period. This apprenticeship will lead to a permanent pressman position. Job duties include:

• Check Production Schedule & Golden Rod for proper job and plates
• Maintain jobs packets, IE making and marking of production sample for future runs, layouts
• Maintain & store ink fountain settings
• Retrieve & store plates, job packets, or other essential materials needed
• Setup, adjust and operate Lithography equipment
• Mix ink to match color samples
• Make all running adjustments to equipment to ensure quality of product and efficiency of production to meet customer standards
• Observe equipment for proper functions
• Make adjustments and minor repairs
• Maintain work and customer records as required
• Wash up equipment as required for operation
• Preserve printing plates
• Delegate tasks to your fellow crew members
• Make continuous quality checks to ensure the quality of the product and efficiency of operation and report all defects
• Oil and grease equipment as required
• Keep area and equipment clean
• Assist in maintenance of the Lithography Department
• Handle hazardous waste as required

Regular attendance is required in this fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or GED along with 2 + years of lithography experience is required. Previous printing press experience is preferred.

In addition to competitive compensation and growth potential, the benefit package includes Medical, dental, vision, free life insurance, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, annual Profit-Sharing potential, 401k plan - company will contribute 4.5% of employee’s earnings plus an additional 1% match on employee contributions.