Press Operator II at Gannett in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

Req #41471

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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Press Operator II
Gannett Publishing Services
Lakeland, FL

WE ARE OFFERING $16-$28 PER HOURS DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.

The Press Operator position is assigned to learn & performprinting related tasks that may include, but are not limited to: Newsprint reelset-up & operation; newsprint staging; roll preparation; plate processing;
placing printing plates; basic ink setting; equipment maintenance; andspecified reporting.

The primary objective is to support efficient press operations as needed toachieve & maintain on-time production, product quality standards, lowwaste, and operational safety. Works as part of a press crew to coordinatepress & plate operations during an assigned shift.

Must be reliable, report to scheduled shifts on-time and ready to beginwork.

• Work as a team to achieve & maintain on-time press performance
• Work as a team to achieve & maintain product quality standards
• Work as a team to meet waste goals
• Assist with plate, reel room & press operations as assigned

Requirements:

This position requires a high school education or equivalent.

Experience in web offset printing is desirable, although production experience of any kind may be helpful. Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers is preferred.
Candidates should have the ability to adapt to change, prioritize work, handle
multiple tasks, remain flexible and interact with people while demonstrating
patience.

You must be able to lift/carry up to 100 pounds. Must be able to push/pull up to 2000 pounds (rolls of paper). A press operator spends most working hours on his/her feet. In
addition to long periods of standing, a press operator is required to climb
stairs on the six-level press structure. Operators engaged in press maintenance
and some cleaning activities will be required to stoop, kneel, crouch and
crawl. They often work in tight areas. Color vision is required.

This position is full-time shift work, which includes scheduled nights, weekends, and holidays.

Candidate must be able to work night shifts, weekends and holidays, on a rotation schedule.

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Related Experience:

Previous machine operation or maintenance experience preferred.

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicants disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

Other details

• Job Family Operations
• Job Function Printing/Press
• Pay Type Hourly

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