Digital Press Operator

About the role

Graphicsland, Inc. is an independently owned e-commerce printing company based in Tinley Park, IL, that specializes in custom stickers, product labels, stand-up pouches, and wide-format scientific research posters. We operate under three brands: MakeStickers, PosterNerd & InkWave. If you take pride in your work, are detail-oriented, and work well on a team, we’d love to have you on board!

The Level 1 HP Indigo 6K Digital Press Operator is responsible for overseeing HP Indigo press operations, focusing on exceptional workflow optimization and equipment up time. This role requires a high level of computer aptitude to work with our custom internal software and collaboration with the production team to achieve quality, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm

Pay

• $24–$27/hour, depending on experience and/or HP Indigo certification level

Responsibilities

• Operate HP Indigo 6K digital press to produce jobs as scheduled.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoot print quality issues, and make necessary adjustments.
• Load and manage media, inks, and other consumables to keep production running smoothly.
• Conduct quality checks on printed materials to ensure color accuracy, registration, and printing meet company standards.
• Work closely with production and prepress teams to resolve file issues.
• Follow all company safety protocols, housekeeping procedures, and operational guidelines.

Qualifications and skills

• HP Indigo Certified Operator is a plus (HP Indigo 6000 Series preferred).
• 1–2 years of previous experience operating commercial digital press equipment (UV Inkjet, Toner, etc).
• Strong maintenance and technical skills.
• Strong knowledge of substrates, adhesives, and specialty materials such as BOPP, PET, and metallic stocks.
• Ability to read and interpret press output to achieve quality standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Above-average computer and software utilization experience.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Requires frequent and sometimes extended periods of bending, standing, walking, crouching, and use of hands throughout shift.
• Must be able to push, lift and pull up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (136 vacation hours + 80 "anytime" hours per year!)
• Stocked snacks and drinks
• Charitable gift matching up to $250/yearly
• Department lunches and company events
• 401k company contribution of 4% regardless of your contribution
• Profit-sharing bonus eligibility of up to 15% of your base salary per year
• Health (incl. a HDHP option with annual employer HSA contributions), vision, and dental insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Life / AD&D insurance