Digital Press Operator

About the Role

We’re hiring a full-time Digital Press Operator to run HP Indigo presses producing premium labels and shrink sleeves for brands in wine & spirits, health & beauty, and food & beverage. If you have experience in offset, flexo, or commercial print, digital is a natural next step, and we’ll get you up to speed. What matters most is that you understand color, know how to read a job ticket, and take pride in what comes off your press.

This position is based at our Mason, OH facility (8467 Duke Blvd) — about 34 miles south of Dayton, roughly a 40-minute drive down I-75. Convenient for candidates along the Miamisburg, Springboro, Franklin, and Middletown corridor. Free on-site parking.

Responsibilities

• Run HP Indigo digital presses (6K, 25K, or similar) start to finish — setup, operation, and monitoring
• Hold color consistency and hit customer specifications on every run
• Read and work from job tickets to confirm correct substrates, inks, and finishing requirements
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance on your press
• Diagnose and correct print defects on the fly; escalate to HP remote or on-site support when needed
• Drive uptime and throughput while protecting quality
• Record production, quality, and material usage data accurately
• Bring forward ideas to reduce waste and shorten changeovers
• Work closely with the shift supervisor, scheduler, and finishing team
• Keep your area clean, organized, and safe
• Pitch in elsewhere on the floor when the plant needs it

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior printing industry experience required — digital, flexo, offset, or commercial print all considered
• Label, shrink-sleeve, or narrow-web experience strongly preferred
• HP Indigo experience is a significant plus; Level I Indigo Certification even better
• Solid color judgment and the ability to spot a defect before it becomes waste
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting ability
• Clear communicator who works well with a team
• Comfortable managing priorities in a fast-paced production setting
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
• Availability for 2nd shift or the weekend shift strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment in a moderately loud production environment
• Visual acuity to distinguish color, detail, and print quality

Schedule

We run four-day weekday shifts and a three-day weekend shift, so every schedule here comes with at least three consecutive days off.

• 1st shift — Tuesday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Three-day weekend, every week.
• 2nd shift — Tuesday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Three-day weekend, every week, plus a shift differential.
• Weekend shift — Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Full-time hours in three days, four days off every week, plus a shift differential.

A shift differential is paid for 2nd shift and the weekend shift. We are currently prioritizing candidates available for either of those schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, and 401k)
• Modern, state-of-the-art equipment in a bright, clean facility
• Real career growth in a fast-growing company
• Lean team where your work makes a visible impact
• Opportunity to work with world-class consumer brands
• Performance-driven culture that recognizes skill, effort, and results
• Supportive team that values collaboration, learning, and innovation