Assist with all tasks in make-ready, preventative maintenance and production run; sets up and run offset feeder assigned by the schedule and or shift supervisor. Maintains appropriate paperwork or records.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operates assigned equipment in accordance with the manufacturer specifications and guidelines.
• Performs all tasked required by the job jacket to perform make-readies according to the production schedule.
• Thoroughly reads all documented procedures within area of responsibility including special instructions and specifications listed on the job ticket applying to area of responsibility prior to running the job.
• Prepares the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly.
• Inspects the fountain solution, inking systems, rolls of paper and the mechanisms related to the reels.
• Maintains proper inventory of paper. Records usage and spoilage on SPC report.
• Ensures that the roll of paper is properly unwrapped, mounted and ready to be spliced.
• Monitors the flow of paper throughout the run. Prepares and installs new roll when necessary.
• Works in conjunction with the press operators and other assigned Press Assistants in the preventative maintenance of the presses. Assists maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and making repairs to press.
• Maintains the feeder during run and assist with all tasks.
• Provides immediate feedback to immediate supervisor on any concerns with equipment or jobs running.
• May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure that proper color is established or maintained as required by location.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and press.
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies. Reports any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Attendance:
Punctual, regular attendance is an essential job function of employment with RR Donnelley. Overtime including weekend work is considered a condition of employment. Flexibility to work any shift is required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist the others in the department with problem solving when required.
• Assist in the training of junior employees
• Be able to cover other positions in department for vacations or absenteeism.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly lift up to 25 lbs. and periodically be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bending, squatting, walking, steps and standing all day.
• 20-20 vision with or without prescription glasses, good depth perception and color vision.
• Ability to dip inks in and out of fountains
• Ability to stack & air loads for press

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