Assistant Pressman

Position Summary

The Feeder assists the Pressman in the setup, operation, and maintenance of 40-inch offset press machines. This role is responsible for preparing paper stock, loading sheets, monitoring feed performance, and maintaining a clean, efficient press environment. The Feeder plays a critical role in ensuring smooth production flow, minimizing downtime, and maintaining print quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock Preparation — Stage, jog, and prepare paper stock for 40" and 28" presses; verify sheet size, grain direction, and condition.
• Feeding Operation — Load sheets into the feeder, maintain consistent sheet flow, and adjust guides, suckers, and air settings as needed.
• Press Support — Assist the Press Operator with setup, plate changes, blanket cleaning, ink checks, and basic press adjustments.
• Quality Monitoring — Watch for misfeeds, doubles, jams, and sheet skew; ensure sheets enter the press cleanly and consistently.
• Maintenance & Cleaning — Clean feeder components, remove paper dust, maintain work area, and support routine press maintenance.
• Production Efficiency — Help maintain run speed, reduce downtime, and support continuous production flow.
• Safety & Compliance — Follow all safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a commercial printing environment (preferred)
• Familiarity with 40" and/or 28" offset presses
• Ability to lift 40lbs and stand for long periods
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work in a fast‐paced production environment
• Basic understanding of paper handling and press feeding systems

Work Environment

This role operates in a production print facility with exposure to machinery, ink, solvents, paper dust, and varying noise levels