Digital Press Operator, Online

About the role

Join a 100% employee-owned company where your co-workers are co-owners. Smartpress is a fast-growing online printing service disrupting the traditional printing industry with innovation, high-quality printed products, and world-class customer service. We’re committed to eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials. This role operates a new fleet of HP Indigo 12000 presses in a clean, fun, and demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Review electronic customer files and layouts containing necessary components from the TBG/Smartpress designer.
• Ensure prepress operations have completed quality checks on files prior to printing.
• Prepare and verify files to confirm they are printable, including imposition and stepping to maximize substrate yield.
• Print files once all quality checks align with job ticket specifications.
• Load paper, remove finished products from the press, and perform daily press maintenance.
• Follow all TBG protocols and procedures according to company standards.
• Perform miscellaneous projects and tasks as requested by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Production experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Sharp eye for detail and quality.
• Basic computer skills, including Pace and Google.
• Self-motivated, fast learner with initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs.
• Ability to work independently, make decisions, and solve moderate-level problems creatively.
• Strong time management and self-management skills to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Understand and maintain confidentiality of company, employee, and customer information.
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment with a positive attitude.
• Adaptable to change and a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal and listening abilities.
• Willingness to admit mistakes and demonstrate loyalty to customers and teams.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and enthusiastic about taking on new challenges.
• Flexible to assist in other areas when workload allows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating small or large format press equipment, particularly HP Indigo 12000 / 100K presses.

Schedule

Thursday through Saturday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Pay

Compensation range: $44,460 - $51,854 annually.

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% employee-owned).
• 401k with company match.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexible work hours.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral program.
• Generous paid time off that increases with tenure.

About the company

The Bernard Group is a 1,000-person visual merchandising company based in Chanhassen, MN. We prioritize collaboration, teamwork, and a culture of freedom, trust, and passion for excellence. Our small teams of top talent consistently outperform centralized production processes, enabling us to deliver world-class service.