Printing Press Helper / Apprentice Offset (Heidelberg 102)

Overview
Join our dynamic printing team as a Printing Press Helper / Apprentice Offset (Heidelberg 102) and embark on an exciting journey into the world of professional printing! This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop hands-on skills in offset printing technology, supporting high-quality production processes. Whether you're starting your career or looking to expand your expertise, you'll be part of a vibrant environment that values growth, precision, and teamwork. As a vital member of our manufacturing operation, you'll assist in preparing, operating, and maintaining printing presses to ensure flawless print outputs that meet our standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and preparing Heidelberg 102 offset presses for daily production runs, ensuring all materials and components are correctly loaded and aligned.
• Support the quality control process by inspecting printed materials for color accuracy, registration, and overall print quality, making adjustments as needed.
• Help monitor press operations during runs, troubleshooting minor issues and communicating with senior technicians to resolve technical problems swiftly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the press area, including handling waste materials and ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Support prepress activities such as color management setup, layout verification, and basic graphic adjustments using Adobe Creative Suite or similar software.
• Assist with routine maintenance tasks on printing equipment, including CNC machining tools or flexo presses if applicable.
• Collaborate with team members to improve workflow efficiency and uphold high standards of manufacturing quality.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of printing processes such as screen printing, flexo press operation, or offset printing is preferred but not mandatory; willingness to learn is essential.
• Familiarity with prepress procedures including color management and layout design will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of graphic design principles and experience with Adobe Creative Suite software can enhance your contribution.
• Ability to operate manufacturing equipment safely, including forklifts or CNC machines if certified or trained.
• Strong attention to detail for quality control tasks like typography accuracy and print consistency.
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude toward learning new skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or print advertising industries is a plus but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates eager to grow their expertise. Join us in this energetic role where every day presents new opportunities to learn technical skills, contribute to high-quality print projects, and advance your career in the vibrant world of manufacturing!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person