First Press Operator

Production opportunities at Quad instill a sense of empowerment and possibility distinct from those at other employers. Quad’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities include world-class automation and printing technology. Our platform includes digital, gravure and offset presses that give our clients a full range of options to produce personalized marketing products. Fueled by innovative, interesting days, you’ll find hard work is good work, and feel a deep sense of pride in a job well done – something shared by everyone in the community we call Quad.

Position Overview:

Quad is currently seeking an Offset 1st Press Operator for the Tampa, FL. The Press Operator has overall accountability for the web offset press. The Press Operator is a leadership role responsible for directing the work of the press crew and providing coaching, supervision and training to the press crew. The Press Operator plays an essential role in helping Quad reduce the cost of errors and achieve client satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall safety of the entire press crew. Including but not limited to: Following lock out tag out procedures, maintaining proper placement of machine guards, ensuring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is properly worn, following and enforcing Quad Safety rules, performs and/or oversees all tasks associated with operating the press equipment in support of the production goals related to safety, setup, line speed, waste, web breaks and down time.
• Inspects printed quality of jobs including folds, cleanliness, color and registration.
• Ensures that the press is re-webbed correctly, safely and accurately.
• Serves as the leader for assigned equipment and crew and directs the work of crew members
• Supports the Pressroom Supervisor by providing instruction, training and guidance to crew members.
• Follow all safety regulations and encourages safe work habits from press crew.
• Participate in accident investigations if crew members become injured.

Required Qualifications:

• Able to lift and move 50 pounds or more repeatedly
• Able to stand for 12 hours
• Detailed knowledge of offset printing process
• This position requires the ability to work a 12 hour rotating shift (7:00am to 7:00pm or 7:00pm to 7:00am) including days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required
• Ability to read, write and perform math operations
• Ability to distinguish colors accurately
• Ability to apply written and verbal instructions for machine set-up.
• Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact and guide team members
• Solid organizational skills
• Must demonstrate reliability through attendance, punctuality and ability to stay in work area
• Must be able to foster team cooperation and support supervisors
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-4 years experience as a Press Operator
• Retail offset environment
• Specific experience with C700's or C500"s

Additional Company Information

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Drug Free Workplace

Additional Company Information

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Drug Free Workplace