Reel Room Operator

SummaryJournal Register Offset is looking for a Reel Tender to join our production team! Reel Tenders serve an important role in newspaper production. They focus on loading large paper rolls into newspaper printing presses and discarding spent rolls. No prior work experience is required, we will train you.This position is scheduled Friday night through Tuesday night 5pm to 1am (+/-).What You Will DoReview all layouts for shift productions to ensure knowledge of product name, printing order, and circulation orderCheck each layout for sizes and weights of paper neededKeep reel room neat and empty trash every shiftCut down all spent cores before the end of each shiftInform lead person of any defective rollsEnsure that reel reports are filled out correctly and completely for each productKeep roll lay-down pad full and make sure paper is removed from warehouse in proper order, oldest to newestHelp on press as needed and assigned by lead personCheck product folios at roll-upWhat You Will BringMust be willing to work nights, weekends and holidaysHigh school diploma or equivalent is requiredMust be able to read, speak and write fluently in English in order to communicate with the production team, read instructions and generate reportsMechanical aptitude is required in order to functionally work with printing press equipmentTroubleshooting skills are required to diagnose problems and implement solutionsTeamwork skills are required in order to work productively with production staff with the shared goal of completing newspaper printing with high quality standards by daily deadlinesBenefits And CompensationThe hourly wage is $15.00 + one time sign on bonus. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: http://www.mybensite.com/mngWho We AreJRO - Exton, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, offers news reporting and third party advertising and marketing opportunities through its multi-platform products which include: web, mobile, tablet, and print. We are one of the largest media groups in the U.S., serving high-value audiences and connecting advertisers to them. MNG publishes award-winning content (49 Pulitzers) that amasses and engages a nationwide audience via 800 multi-media platforms including web, mobile, social, and print. We are transforming the news industry.“4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026” EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.How To ApplyPlease submit an online application along with your resume for this position hereClosing DateContinuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions Of EmploymentA full pre-employment drug screen will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checksMust be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours