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Data-Mail Press / Machine Operator - Training Provided - in Newington, Connecticut
This is an "in-person" position located in Newington, CT
7:00 pm - 7:00 am / 4 days on - 4 days
Build your Career with an Industry Leader
About Us
Data-Mail is a family-owned company that was established in 1971 in Newington, CT, as a leading national print and letter shop helping companies in a variety of industries with their personalization and direct mail services. We are now one of the largest employers in the Hartford, CT, metropolitan region, with over 800 employees working across two facilities and multiple shifts. Our services support some of the largest companies and advertising agencies in the country.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Competitive Pay Rates
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
401K Matching Program
Opportunities for Overtime
Referral Bonuses
Vacation and Paid Time Off
Weekly Pay
Career Advancement Opportunities
We are actively seeking candidates who:
Can reliably commute to our Newington, CT facility
Are available to work:
2nd Continuous Shift 7 pm-7 am (4 days on/4 days off)
Eager to build a career with a stable family-owned company
SUMMARY
Assist in the operation of the 6-8-10 color presses with production and quality in mind. Aid the first pressman, as directed, in the efficient operation of the press. Maintain press area in regard to supplies and housekeeping.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the first press operator in the job setup, as follows:
Review job tickets
Set up paper for the production of a job
Change cylinders
Hang plate
Change blanket
Install perfs, scores, and die cuts
Place pin feed
Setup all finishing aspects of the press, to include roll-to-roll and sheeter
Assist in the production of a job, as follows:
Maintain proper ink and ink levels in the fountain
Maintain fountain solution
Supply paper as indicated on the job ticket
Record paper usage
Assist in the inspection of the quality of print, including:
Color
Register
Free of imperfections, such as dry-up, hickeys, broken type, etc.
Ensure the samples are of the best quality possible
Run ability in other departments, including throw length and pin feed position; perf and score strength; fanfold.
Assist in paperwork associated with job production
Maintain silicon/anti-stat levels during a sheeter run
Wash up a press at the end of the job
Work on a 6-color press, as required, as part of the training process for becoming a 6-color press operator.
Communicate, as needed, press maintenance, supply, and safety issues to the shift supervisor.
Maintain a clean work environment
Mix inks, as needed.
Drop paper as needed.
Operate the press in the absence of the first press operator
Comply with company rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of company-sensitive data.
Implement a commitment to quality philosophy and recommend methods and procedures to reduce cost and/or improve the quality and operating efficiency of the department.
Keep the manager/supervisor informed of activities and situations that will impact the achievement of corporate or department goals and objectives.
Perform other related duties, as required, to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and company.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Trade school, high school, or GED preferred, plus 1-2 years of experience on offset presses or equivalent.
COMPETENCIES
Technical/mechanical aptitude
Quality conscious
Detail oriented
Knowledge of computers
Ability to read and write English