Lead Press Operator
- Markham, ON, Canada
$38 to $42 CAD / hour · Full-time
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- $38 to $42 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator to join our client's production team!
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating sheetfed offset printing presses, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to maintain high-quality production standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up, operate, and monitor sheetfed offset printing presses.
- Review job tickets and confirm specifications, including paper stock, inks, and coatings.
- Perform make-ready, adjust ink and water balance, and maintain consistent colour quality.
- Inspect printed sheets for quality, registration, and defects.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of press equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and print quality issues.
- Ensure production deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Follow all health and safety procedures.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience operating sheetfed offset presses preferred.
- Experience with large-format presses (40 inches or larger) is an asset.
- Strong understanding of colour theory and print quality standards.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read job tickets and production schedules.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Team-oriented with excellent communication skills.
Compensation: $38–$42/hour, depending on experience.
If you are an experienced Sheetfed Offset Press Operator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you!
Apply Today!
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Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and monitor sheetfed offset presses, confirming job specifications and adjusting press settings to maintain consistent print quality. Inspect output, perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot equipment and print issues, and meet production, safety, and quality standards.
Requirements
The role prefers 10 or more years of sheetfed offset press experience; experience with presses 40 inches or larger is an asset. Candidates should have strong colour and print-quality knowledge, mechanical troubleshooting ability, attention to detail, and the physical capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Skills
- Sheetfed Offset Press Operation
- Press Setup
- Make-Ready
- Ink And Water Balance Adjustment
- Colour Quality Control
- Print Inspection
- Registration And Defect Detection
- Press Maintenance And Cleaning
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Print Quality Troubleshooting
- Job Ticket Interpretation
- Production Scheduling
- Health And Safety Compliance
- Attention To Detail
- Organization
- Communication
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Keywords
- Sheetfed Offset Printing
- Offset Press
- Large-Format Presses
- Press Setup
- Make-Ready
- Paper Stock
- Inks
- Coatings
- Ink And Water Balance
- Colour Theory
- Colour Quality
- Print Quality Standards
- Registration
- Printed Sheet Inspection
- Press Maintenance
- Equipment Cleaning
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Job Tickets
- Production Schedules
- Production Deadlines
- Health And Safety
- Quality Standards