Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Assists Press OperatorInsert packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing heightFasten reinforcing bars to offset blanketsInstall plates and blankets on press cylinders, using hand tools to achieve pressure required for printing. Adjust press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, and jogging devices. Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools. Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press. Assist Press Operator by making necessary color or register corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the job.