JourneymanPlatemaker

**Summary:** The Denver Post, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is seeking a Journeyman Platemaker to join the team! **What you will do:** * Process plates to be sent through to the press * Work within company safety guidelines * Establish priorities and sequence of products to meet deadlines on a shift basis * Be willing to be trained on imaging software and equipment * Analyze and/or assist to resolve quality and workflow issues * Check to see that all imaging equipment, printers, and plate benders are functioning properly **What you will bring:** * Comfortable with computer-related software programs to download files, prep files, and process files for plate production * High school diploma or equivalent required **Work environment & physical demands:** * This job operates in a warehouse and printing plant environment and routinely uses pallet jacks and forklifts * Must be able to work with chemicals, loud noise, dusty areas, and moving parts safely and wear hearing protection the entire shift * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear * The employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms * Requires the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis. Heavy work may exert in excess of 100 pounds of force to move objects ****Benefits and Compensation:**** The hourly wage is $26.19. 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: [_www.mymedianewsgroup.com_](http://www.mymedianewsgroup.com/) ****Who we are:**** The Denver Post, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is