Press Operator III

Press Operator III (Lead Operator)Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CORockaway NJAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Press Operator III (Lead Operator) to lead pressroom operations on shift and ensure safe efficient and high-quality this role you will coordinate staffing and workflow troubleshoot operational issues and partner with maintenance and support teams to meet production schedules and quality and direct pressroom personnel; coordinate daily assignments and staffing; manage workflow to meet production schedules; provide clear shift handoffs and communicate press setup make-ready and production runs; monitor print quality (color registration waste) and make adjustments as needed; troubleshoot press/plate/material issues to minimize on-time production while meeting quality and waste targets; identify bottlenecks and drive corrective actions; ensure efficient use of materials and guide and train operators on the floor; reinforce operating standards; support skill development and and enforce safety procedures PPE and machine guarding; maintain a clean hazard-free work area; report incidents near-misses and unsafe conditions accurate shift reports and downtime tracking; communicate production status and risks; coordinate with maintenance and support teams to sustain production QualificationsDemonstrated leadership and strong organizational/decision-making to prioritize tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced production aptitude with proven troubleshooting communication and teamwork skills including accurate shift math skills and strong attention to detail/ knowledge of production scheduling systems (Goss MPS/ABB Newsway preferred).Availability to work rotating or fixed shifts including nights weekends and holidays as business needs QualificationsExperience as a lead operator or shift lead in a pressroom or comparable manufacturing -on experience with press production systems (e.g. Goss MPS/ABB Newsway).Demonstrated ability to reduce downtime waste and rework through process discipline and ScheduleThis position supports a production environment and may require rotating or fixed shifts including nights weekends and Conditions & Physical RequirementsRequires prolonged standing and walking stair climbing on a multi-level press structure and occasional stooping kneeling crouching and crawling. Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 2000 lbs. (pallet jack assisted). Work is performed in an industrial pressroom environment with exposure to noise and heat; ability to work safely in confined areas is required. Color vision is required.