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• Description
• The Ohio Art Company, a world leader in the metal decorating business and a Northwest Ohio company in business for over 115 years, has a need for a Lithography Press Operator.

The ideal candidate would be mechanically inclined and be able to learn to set up and run a multi-color lithography press. This is a 2-year apprenticeship training program with progressive pay throughout the training period. This apprenticeship will lead to a permanent pressman position. Job duties include

• Check Production Schedule & Golden Rod for proper job and plates
• Maintain jobs packets, IE making and marking of production sample for future runs, layouts
• Maintain & store ink fountain settings
• Retrieve & store plates, job packets, or other essential materials needed
• Setup, adjust and operate Lithography equipment
• Mix ink to match color samples
• Make all running adjustments to equipment to ensure quality of product and efficiency of production to meet customer standards
• Observe equipment for proper functions
• Make adjustments and minor repairs
• Maintain work and customer records as required
• Wash up equipment as required for operation
• Preserve printing plates
• Delegate tasks to your fellow crew members
• Make continuous quality checks to ensure the quality of the product and efficiency of operation and report all defects
• Oil and grease equipment as required
• Keep area and equipment clean
• Assist in maintenance of the Lithography Department
• Handle hazardous waste as required
• Regular attendance is required in this fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or GED along with 2 + years of lithography experience is required. Previous printing press experience is preferred.
• In addition to competitive compensation and growth potential, the benefit package includes Medical, dental, vision, free life insurance, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, annual Profit-Sharing potential, 401k plan - company will contribute 4.5% of employee’s earnings plus an additional 1% match on employee contributions.