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H0364 Press Assistant 2

Irvine, CAOnsiteFull Time$19–$27 /hrPosted 15 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • press setup
  • inventory
  • paper usage
  • spoilage
  • preventative maintenance
  • make-readies
  • ink adjustment
  • safety policies
  • hazardous waste
  • hearing protection

Nice to have

  • printing environment
  • hand tools

Role summary

The Press Assistant 2 prepares and operates printing presses, ensuring proper setup, maintenance, and inventory management. Responsibilities include inspecting press components, monitoring paper flow, assisting with maintenance and repairs, and adhering to safety and quality procedures. Previous printing or hand tool experience is preferred, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment is essential. This role involves maintaining paper inventory, recording usage and spoilage, and ensuring the press is ready for operation.

  • 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
  • May assist with make-readies
  • May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure that proper color is established or maintained as required by location
  • 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
  • Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned
  • It is the responsibility of all Solution Delivery employees to follow the requirements of their documented process as defined in the ISO Quality Manual

Previous experience in a printing environment preferred Some experience in the operation of various hand tools preferred Must be able to work in a team environment

The national pay range for this role is $19.00 - $27.16 per hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location of the hired employee. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location.

In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program.

RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity, leave adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

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