Digital Printer Operator - SMT Days
Viracon · Owatonna, MN · 3 wk ago
Manufacturing$23.4/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Operate digital printers, silkscreen equipment, and heat-treating furnaces according to standard operating procedures.
- Ensure printed glass meets quality and visual specifications while minimizing downtime.
- Perform quick setup and teardown procedures for printing jobs.
- Maintain ink supplies and equipment cleanliness, ensuring compliance with EPA and PCA requirements.
- Provide direction to support staff and assist with training new team members.
- Complete required daily documentation and ensure effective shift-to-shift handoffs.
- Absorb and complete related production tasks such as glass loading and seaming as needed.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization.
- Follow all safety protocols, including the proper handling of solvents, paints, and waste materials.
Required Skills And Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED, with a 2-year mechanical/technical education preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude with strong problem-solving skills.
- Dependable with excellent attendance, flexibility for overtime, and willingness to adjust to shifting work demands.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to read and understand work instructions and use basic math for measurements.
- Highly organized with strong multitasking abilities.
- Experience with power and hand tools; computer proficiency required.
- Ability to train peers and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Fully fluent in English.
Pay & Schedule
- Pay: $23.40/hour
- Shift: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Days and some Saturdays 6a-pa
Work Environment
- Large-scale manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and chemicals.
- Requires the use of safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, and respirators.
- Frequent interaction with moving equipment and production machinery.
Why Work at Viracon?
- Your skills contribute directly to the creation of world-class architectural glass featured in some of the most iconic buildings worldwide.
- You’ll join a team committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement while building a long-term career in a growing industry.
Our Benefits
- Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
- Incentive Plans
- 401(k) with employer contribution and match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
- Training and Career Progression
About Viracon
Viracon, a segment within Apogee Enterprises, is one of the world’s leading architectural glass fabricators. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to innovation, we deliver integrated capabilities in design, coating, fabrication, and testing. Our reputation is built on reliable service, engineering expertise, and industry-leading quality. As part of the Apogee family, we help shape skylines across North America and beyond.