Are you an experienced Web First Press Operator looking for your next opportunity to lead, make an impact, and grow your career? At Mittera Wisconsin, you'll take ownership of the press, lead a skilled production team, and play a critical role in delivering high-quality printed products for our customers. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their craft, enjoys mentoring others, and is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to join a company that values your experience and invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor web offset printing press equipment for production runs.
- Review and interpret job tickets, production schedules, and customer specifications.
- Adjust press settings to maintain proper color registration, ink density, print quality, and overall press performance.
- Perform make-readies, changeovers, and job transitions efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Monitor print quality throughout production and make adjustments as necessary to maintain customer specifications.
- Inspect printed materials for defects including color variation, registration, streaking, hickeys, and other quality concerns.
- Troubleshoot press issues and make necessary mechanical or operational adjustments.
- Work collaboratively with Press Assistants and Roll Tenders to maintain continuous production.
- Monitor paper usage, ink levels, and other consumables while minimizing waste.
- Complete required production documentation, quality checks, and press reports accurately.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and daily inspections on press equipment.
- Communicate equipment concerns or maintenance needs to leadership and maintenance personnel.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following all company safety policies and procedures.
- Follow OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and all established safety practices.
- Train and mentor less experienced operators and press personnel as needed.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
