Job description

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals. In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.

Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application on Gannett Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid.

To connect with us, visit www.gannett.com

PrePress Technician II
Gannett Publishing Services
Auburn, MA

PURPOSE: Operate all equipment required in producing printing plates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate the Platesetters, including loading plates, proper start-up & shutdown and general troubleshooting.
• Operate the processing equipment including adding/changing chemistry, clearing jams and general troubleshooting.
• Operate the Nela punch/bend equipment including in-feed conveyors and general troubleshooting of all common problems.
• Operate and effectively utilize the NewsWay X workflow software including a full understanding of setting up jobs, resending plates, adjusting set-ups on deadline and identifying problems with PDFs.
• Operate all CTP imaging equipment and in-line punch/bend equipment in a safe and proper fashion.
• Communicate with sending sites regarding problems, lateness, etc.
• Train new employees as needed in all facets of the imaging dept. operation.
• Monitor plates for errors including proper developing, folios, page marriages & missing elements.
• Monitor supplies and inform PrePress Supervisor (Manager in AUB) when inventory is low.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent with good PC skills (Windows, Microsoft Excel).
• Mechanical ability: i.e. ability to monitor equipment, recognize and rectify malfunctions.
• Able to lift 25 lbs (plates, chemicals) and handle chemicals in a safe and proper fashion.
• Employee must be a team player with good interpersonal skills, communication skills, and demonstrated willingness to work with others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to chemicals & machinery.

PrePress Technicians will be asked to perform many tasks in our plate department, including setting up jobs in our Newsway system, monitoring page flow and plate output, addressing any typical equipment and set-up problems, communicating with the people sending us pages and managing the workflow to optimize efficiencies from the PrePress Department to the Press Department.
PrePress technicians are also expected to generate job tickets utilizing Microsoft Excel, as well as printing and distributing those job tickets to the appropriate departments.
Periodic cleaning, loading of plates and documenting of job times are responsibilities as well.
Strong communication skills are required, while familiarity with Newsway and Microsoft Office programs are preferred.

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Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

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