Production Operator

Description

Printing Machine Operator (part-time and full-time)

A successful experienced Printing Machine Operator will have 3+ years of experience operating and maintaining print production machinery. Enjoyment in completing a variety of projects each day while working with upstream and downstream operations is essential. The pace is fast, and the days move quickly.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain various printing machines, including printing presses, guillotine cutters, high-speed folders, diecutters, box folding/gluing lines, book saddle stitchers, envelope inserting, and inkjetting lines.

Manage print jobs from start to finish, ensuring efficient workflow and meeting production deadlines.

Conduct quality checks at various stages of the printing process to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Inspect printed materials for quality and adherence to required specifications and standards.

Utilize print production software and tools to set up and monitor print jobs.

Continue building skills and learning to operate additional printing equipment.

Manage production schedules and deadlines to ensure timely completion of print jobs.

Work closely with the production team to coordinate operations and meet production targets.

Skills

• Convert SAE fractions on a ruler to decimals. Add and subtract fractions
• Excel at fast paced work. Primarily in manipulating product with their hands and repeatedly walking short distances.
• Mechanical aptitude to visually diagnose sheet travel inconsistencies and problem solve the root cause
• Problem solving through root cause analysis. Aptitude to return machine to previous position when attempted adjustments are not successful.
• Class C drivers license a plus
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Follow detailed verbal instructions