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Pressroom Lead/ Backup Litho Printing Press Operator (K&B & KBA Presses)

Conway, AR, United States

Job Description

Position Title: Pressroom Lead/ Backup Litho Printing Press Operator (K&B & KBA Presses)

Pay Rate: $36.56/hr.

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 10 pm - 6 am)

Physical Location: Conway Graphics 730 Enterprise Ave. Conway, AR 72032

The Job You Will Perform:

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Promote safe work practices and encourage compliance with all safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental standards.
Lead by example in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.
Identify, correct when possible, and promptly report safety hazards, unsafe conditions, and near misses to supervision.
Provide initial assistance during workplace incidents and promptly notify the appropriate supervisor or manager.
Support emergency response efforts, including the use of available first aid and emergency equipment, as trained.
Assist with incident fact gathering and documentation by providing timely and accurate information to leadership.
Reinforce safety expectations during shift start-up meetings, job assignments, and daily operations.
Participate in safety observations, audits, inspections, and training activities as assigned.
Encourage employee involvement in safety initiatives and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Serve as a safety resource for team members by answering basic questions and directing concerns to appropriate leadership.

Operational Leadership & Coordination

Coordinate pressroom production activities across Prepress, Sheeters, Press, and Stackdown to optimize workflow and efficiency.
Partner with supervisors to align downstream production expectations, scheduling, and throughput goals.
Lead pressroom communications, training, and performance expectations for press crews.
Ensure all jobs meet quality and quantity standards while adhering to customer specifications.
Manage waste tracking, reporting, and cost control initiatives.
Maintain documentation including production records, EOS reports, and material usage tracking.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Enforce quality control (QC) procedures, including sample pulls and adherence to QC manual standards.
Evaluate sample sheets and maintain documentation for GMI and ISO compliance.
Support standardization efforts including color management, consistency, and process control.

Equipment & Technical Oversight

Troubleshoot lithographic offset press and mechanical issues; escalate to Maintenance or OEM support as required.
Ensure completion of preventative maintenance (IES/ZES) in accordance with Safety and operational standards.
Support continuous machine reliability and performance improvements.

Backup Press Operator Responsibilities

Operate lithographic offset presses as needed to support production and staffing requirements.
Perform all duties associated with 1st Press Operator role including setup, operation, troubleshooting, and quality control.

Additional Responsibilities

Technical

Required
Ability to perform all functions of a 1st Press Operator.
Advanced knowledge of lithographic press systems (K&B, KBA) and related mechanical functions.
Strong troubleshooting capabilities across press systems and print quality issues.
Proficiency in:
Color management (Cielab, TVI, dE, G7, grayscale standardization)
Spectrophotometer usage
Press control systems and software (Qualtronics, Logotronics, Kiwi FFF)
Working knowledge of:
Fountain solution chemistry (pH, conductivity)
Ink/water balance and emulsification control
Plate sensitivity, toning, misting, slinging, and dampening systems
Ability to perform mechanical adjustments including roller settings, bearing replacement, and press calibration.
Ability to use precision measurement tools (micrometer, durometer, gauges).
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, conversions, and measurements.
Ability to visually distinguish primary colors.
Hours of Work
Work hours are dependent on assigned shift and production demands. Overtime and on-call responsibilities may be required

Demonstrated leadership and ability to effectively communicate and direct team members.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification with a clean driving record.
Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean workspace in accordance with 5S/6S standards.
Compliance with all company policies.
Must be reliable and prepared to begin work at the designated shift time.
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Pressroom Lead- Backup Litho Printing Operator (K&B & KBA Presses)