Associate Editor - Web jobs in Fayetteville, NC

Description

Are you looking for your next career move? We are currently looking for Web Second Press Operators to join the Mittera family where ideas are valued and internal mobility is promoted! Web Second Press Operators assist with the set up and operation of a printing press in coordination with the Press Operator and assists crew members on the press, ensuring each job is run according to customer specifications and meeting internal and external deadlines; maintains quality control and reduces waste or press downtime. Follows departmental regulations and procedures to process customer jobs through the Department on a timely basis and within specified quality standards. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications before beginning assigned job
• Know set-up and maintenance procedures for entire press
• Programs correct color standards into CPC to make needed color adjustments
• Achieves color OK (match/approval) to proofs under the direction of the Press Supervisor
• Interprets color bars, star targets, side guide marks and slur indicators to control print quality
• Balances and maintains ink and water systems for print quality
• Maintains color during press run with color OK sheets
• Perform press operations such as make-readies, folder operation, register color, and maintenance  
• Review job orders to determine print quantity, stock specifications, colors, or special printing instructions 
• Pull proofs to check for ink coverage and density, alignment, and registration 
• Assist the Press Operator on adjusting and maintaining proper web tension to allow job to run at correct speed
• Ensures good housekeeping practices are followed in order to maintain a clean, healthful, and safe work area around the press for employees and customers
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment
• Keep ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1 – 3 years of experience as a multicolor web second press operator preferred
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills 
• Must be self-motivated, reliable, and quality, safety oriented

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. 

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Visit us today at mittera.com or stop by and fill out an application at Mittera location near you!