Digital Finishing Operator

About the role

Sets up and operates the HP Digital printing press to produce pressure-sensitive labels and related products. We offer an employee-centric, collaborative culture that is technology-driven and focused on delivering valuable, creative solutions. Our core values embody the way we interact with each other and influence the way we interact with clients.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality labels to meet job specifications outlined on the label order to match customer standards.
• Input data including time and materials used into job management software.
• Read job order and load jobs into press; fill ink cans and pumps with prescribed inks.
• Load plates and tools as needed.
• Start press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.
• Adjust printing impression as necessary and run down approval strip.
• Cut sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspect for imperfections, and adjust as necessary.
• Communicate job-specific information or changes to the supervisor in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Report any production or equipment issues to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Keep inventory usage accurate at all times.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as required.
• Keep work areas clear and organized; maintain housekeeping standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of previous experience operating a press in a printing environment, preferably a digital press.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales, and other measurement devices.

Qualifications

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and frequently required to walk.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May participate in vendor-sponsored training programs.