Assists in making ready and operating cylinder-@type printing press by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Verifies size, color, and @type of paper and color of ink from job order.

Cleans inking rollers with solvent and replaces them in press.

Adjusts controls to regulate volume of ink.

Adjusts delivery tapes, and positions and locks form (@type setup or plate) on bed or cylinder of press.

Adjusts feed guides, grippers, and elevator, or hand-feeding press.

Starts press and runs off proof sheet.

Examines proof to determine off-level areas, variation in ink volume, register slippage, indications of offsetting, and color register.

Adjusts press controls, inking fountains, and automatic feeders, and repacks cylinder with overlay to equalize off-level

Registers forms and mixes colors.

Makes overlay for half-tone shades.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively in groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Pace Manufacturing software.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

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