Offset First Press Operator- Winchester at Quad

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Quad is currently seeking a First Pressman for our Winchester, VA location. This position will set-up, operate and maintain the press and auxiliary equipment related to the press. Additionally, the First Pressman will direct the activities of the press crew, assigning tasks during downtime and make-ready periods.  Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Make-ready and operate press based upon written instructions provided.
• Establish and maintain color and/or fold and mechanical quality to BPC standards.
• Continuously monitor product for quality and approve or reject.
• Direct and coordinate activities of assigned crew members.
• Perform assigned make-ready duties.
• Complete required general maintenance and lubrication assignments.
• Complete required documentation, electronic and paper, for assigned job.
• Perform duties of other Print Service manufacturing positions as needed, following requisite training.
• Provide training for employees so the crew members can provide coverage for each other and/or prepare them for future positions.
• Follow all safety policies and regulations, report any potential hazards, near-misses, or accidents immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work irregular schedules, including rotating day/night shifts
• Ability to maintain close attention to detail for extended time periods
• Strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work overtime as mandated by production needs
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure
• Essential Functions of this job include the following: the ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, the ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours, use hand and wrists continuously in a controlled movement, receive and follow instructions and use vision in order to identify defects.
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am, which may include days, nights, weekends and overtime.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.