RR Donnelley
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Press Operator 2 (sheetfed press).

Pay
$35 per hour
Location
Laurel, MD · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Listed
19 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, and specifications
  • Ability to make precise press control settings and adjustments
  • Routine operational maintenance and minor repairs
  • Plate mounting and alignment using micrometer
  • Knowledge of packing pressure for printing quality
  • Reading and interpreting job specifications

Also useful

  • Experience with Komori 6-color presses
  • Experience with Heidelberg 6-color presses

About the role

The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience on Komori or Heidelberg 6 color presses a plus.

Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifiactions, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings, and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment Skill inroutine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The rate of pay for this role at the noted location is $35.29 / hour. In addition to base pay, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay.

RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

About the Company

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry's most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact.

With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact. RRD's Mount Vernon Printing is the Mid-Atlantic hub for commercial print. We have two Komori 6 color, 40", sheetfed presses and one Heidelberg 6 color, 40", sheetfred press.

Applicants with experience with either of these presses are encouraged to apply. We are a union shop.

Read the original posting

From RR Donnelley's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 21, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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