Job Description:

• 1) Sets type according to copy and operates cylinder or automatic platen press to print complete job order: Selects type from type case and inserts type in printer's stick to reproduce material in copy.

• 2) Inserts spacers between words and leads between lines.

• 3) Slides type from stick into galley.

• 4) Removes assembled type from galley and places type on composing stone.

• 5) Places chase over type, inserts quoins, and locks chase to hold type.

• 6) Lays form on bed of proof press, inks type, fastens sheet of paper to press roller, and pulls roller over form to make proof copy.

• 7) Reads proof for errors and clarity of impression.

• 8) Corrects errors by resetting type and improves impression by tapping face of type with hammer.

• 9) Positions form on bed of press and tightens clamps, using wrench.

• 10) Fills ink fountain and moves lever to adjust flow of ink.

• 11) Sets feed guides according to size and thickness of paper.

• 12) Runs proofsheet through press and examines sheet for clarity of impression.

• 13) Pushes button to start press, examines printed sheets, and adjusts press when printing is defective.

• 14) Cleans ink rollers at end of run.