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Press Operator

  • 5516, 5th Street S.E., Calgary, AB, T2H 1L3, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
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Experience
5+ years’ experience in increasingly responsible roles within the printing industry
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Overview

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

We are looking for an experienced Press Operator to efficiently operate our 400 printing press.

This position is currently open to support organizational growth

Responsibilities

When your actions lead to success:

  • Efficiently set up and operate the 400 printing press
  • Maintain quality during production- ensure quality standards are communicated and understood by crew
  • Uses available working time effectively, plans and prioritizes work, sets and accomplishes goals, uses available resources and completes work on schedule
  • Minimize waste
  • Complete the following: standard press time sheets, accurate counts, M/R Checklist, preventative maintenance and 5S tasks ,checklists, inventory and usage reports
  • Participate in meetings (user groups, communications, crew meetings)
  • Perform autonomous maintenance on press, complete work requests as necessary
  • Support the Team Leader to provide coaching and leadership to press crew
  • Adhere to 5S workplace organization standards
  • Adhere to and promotes safety policies and procedures (SWP’s)

Qualifications

When your expertise drives us:

  • 5+ years’ experience in increasingly responsible roles within the printing industry
  • Adapt to changing requirements and maintain flexibility
  • Certified Rollstand Operator 
  • Completion of High School Diploma
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Previous experience in Press Operator position
  • Knowledge of printing techniques standards, processes, products and equipment
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Must be a team player and focused on safety and quality
  • Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, rotating from dayshift to nightshift. 

When benefits really help you live better:

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive - at work and at home. Our offerings include:

  • Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
  • Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
  • Career development opportunities
  • A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment - promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact talent@tc.tc.

Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Press Operator is responsible for efficiently setting up and operating the 400 printing press while maintaining high quality and safety standards. They will also perform autonomous maintenance, complete production documentation, and support the team leader in coaching the crew.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in the printing industry and hold a High School Diploma. Proficiency in press operation, safety protocols, and the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts are mandatory.

Skills

  • Press operation
  • Printing press maintenance
  • Quality control
  • 5S workplace organization
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Rollstand operation
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Coaching
  • Communication skills
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Company match
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Travel insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee perks
  • Career development opportunities

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Categories

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades

Keywords

  • Press Operator
  • Printing Industry
  • 400 Printing Press
  • Rollstand Operator
  • 5S
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Quality Standards
  • Safety Policies
  • SWP
  • Production
  • Inventory Management
  • Autonomous Maintenance
  • Manufacturing
  • Printing Techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Rotating Shifts

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