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A Printing Press Feeder prepares, loads, and monitors paper or materials into printing presses, playing a key role in supporting the press operator. Responsibilities include ensuring steady, accurate feeding to prevent jams, assisting with machine setup (plates/blankets), inspecting quality, performing maintenance, and managing inventory. It is a fast-paced, physical role that often leads to advancement into press operator positions. Key Responsibilities Material Loading: Preparing and loading paper pallets or materials into the feeding tray and adjusting to size. Press Assistance: Assisting with setup (make-ready) and maintenance (cleaning, oiling, changing plates/blankets) of offset or flexographic presses. Operational Support: Feeding paper through cylinders and monitoring for proper tension and alignment. Quality Control: Inspecting printed materials for color density, alignment, and defects. Troubleshooting: Clearing minor jams and handling material issues. Required Skills and Qualifications Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to work with and troubleshoot complex machinery. Attention to Detail: Ability to follow job specifications and ensure consistent quality. Physical Stamina: Capable of standing for long periods and lifting heavy materials. Communication & Teamwork: Ability to work closely with press operators in a fast-paced setting. Education: High school diploma or equivalent is usually required. Physical and Working Conditions Environment: Production facility with high noise levels and, at times, dusty or noisy conditions. Safety: Requires strict adherence to safety protocols and regular use of protective equipment. Hours: Shifts often include early mornings, evenings, or rotating hours.

How this work gets done in the service

The same job is carried in uniform by 89B Ammunition Specialist, 2A5X1 Aircraft Maintenance and MR Machinery Repairman tend to land in. If your own code is not on that list, the MOS translator will show you where it maps, and the MOS career guides cover the rest.

Applying through LockLeed

We are filling this direct hire Printing Press opening in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota — see the rest of what we are running there. Worth having ready when we talk: line and equipment experience, shift preference, and any lean or Six Sigma training. LockLeed is a veteran-owned search firm; we are free for candidates because the employer pays the fee, and we reply to every applicant, fit or not.