Roll Tender

Job Description

• Load rolls of paper onto automatic splicing unit of web offset printing press.
• Inspect rolls of paper for blemishes or tears and cuts away damaged area with knife. 
• Roll paper into loading position on automatic splicer, insert shaft of automatic splicer through roll core, secure holding chucks of automatic splicer to shaft ends, and thread paper through press components to prepare press for printing. 
• Apply adhesive strip to backup roll and insert backup roll onto automatic splicing unit of press to prepare paper for automatic splicing. 
• Remove roll of leftover paper from press after automatic splicing. 
• May operate mechanical truck to transport rolls of paper to press area. 
• May assist with some of the make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates, examining plates, prepping and installing blankets, adjusting tension etc.  May clean press and clean and install press components to maintain press in working order. 
• May prepare and prepares and loads flat stock into a sheet fed press.

Qualifications

• Requires general knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials. 

• Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine materials, set-up materials needed to run the job successfully
• Ability to make adjustments to auto splicer.  
• Knowledge to load paper and prepare slice for continuous operation. 
• Knowledge of materials and requirements for press. 
• Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to flex schedule to meet the needs of production.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $16.73 - $23.04 / hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

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All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

Compensation: 16.73 to 23.04 (USD) (HOURLY)