Web Press Operator

<br /><br />Orion Novotus, a division of Orion Talent, consults with a variety of industrial clientele who share a common and critical need -&nbsp;<strong>Exceptional People</strong>.&nbsp;<br />

Richmond, VA

Orion Novotus

<h3>WHO IS ORION NOVOTUS?</h3> <p>An award winning RPO provider, Orion Novotus provides businesses with recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and consulting services that result in measurable, lasting workforce improvements: better hires, shorter hiring cycles, lower costs and greater efficiency. Our commitment to excellence in recruiting fundamentals has made us both a leader across the industry and a trusted partner embedded in our clients&rsquo; talent organizations.</p> <p>Acquired by Orion Talent in 2016, the company has greatly expanded its reach and capabilities to meet the complex talent needs of businesses today. With offices from coast to coast and a recruiting force of hundreds, Orion Novotus provides a full range of recruitment optimization and consulting solutions, from project-based and co-sourced solutions to comprehensive recruitment process outsourcing.</p> http://orion-novotus.com/

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Full-time

Overview: We have an opportunity in Richmond, VA seeking to hire a&nbsp;<strong>Web Press Operator</strong>&nbsp;for a leader in the print industry. The Web Press Operator is an essential part of delivering the highest quality product to our customers. This role involves preparing press runs and operating the presses.
Responsibilities: <div><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></div> <ul> <li>Reads docket instructions and sets up or directs set-up of press based on these instructions</li> <li>Makes job ready by running samples to adjust print quality, registration, color settings and mixings</li> <li>Makes final pre-run inspection of job and approves jobs</li> <li>Responsible for the quality of printed work within defined levels of authority</li> <li>Monitors pH and conductivity of fountain solution on offset press</li> <li>Leads Press team on multi-color presses</li> <li>Performs&nbsp; preventative maintenance on presses such as lubrication, replacement of small parts, cleaning and minor adjustments to rollers and other small moving parts</li> <li>Sees to the proper handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals</li> </ul>
Requirements: <strong>Job Requirements</strong><br /> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent</li> <li>5+ years' experience as a Web 2nd Operator</li> <li>Thorough knowledge of how to mix and produce correct colors in&nbsp; printing</li> <li>Knowledge of federal and state hazardous waste handling and disposal regulations</li> <li>Excellent math and color perception skills</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines</li> <li>Ability to operate press equipment and detect malfunctions</li> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift (rotates days/nights and front end/back end of the week)</li> </ul>