Digital Finishing Technician (Zund Operator) - 3rd shift

Join the Imagine team • Grayslake, IL

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About The Position

The Digital Finishing Technician performs finishing and bindery steps needed to complete orders efficiently according to Imagine standards and procedures. Equipment and operations may include laser tables, CNC machines, routers, Zund machines, laminators, weeding, grommeting, welding, Packsize, wide-format and roll-fed equipment. The role is on the third shift, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

The technician reviews job tickets; sets up, adjusts, and operates finishing equipment; cuts products to final size and shape; monitors output quality and records job-tracking data; and completes work to productivity and quality standards. The role also includes basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and collaborating with production leadership and teammates on improvements. Work takes place independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment. Material handling equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks, may be used, and overtime may be needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of relevant industry experience, or experience as an Imagine temporary employee with manager approval to hire full-time.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to visually inspect work for defects and distinguish color.
• Ability to apply written instructions to machine setup.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic measuring skills using standard and metric units.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent walking and standing, with manual dexterity for repetitive work and frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.

Nice To Haves

• Previous CNC operation, digital finishing, router, print production, or bindery experience.
• Previous experience in printing, manufacturing, distribution, or fulfillment.
• Experience using an ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand job ticket information.
• Set up, adjust, and operate routers, CNC machines, Zund machines, and other finishing equipment according to established procedures.
• Complete equipment setup and adjustments as needed.
• Cut products to their final size and shape using finishing equipment.
• Monitor output quality, collect job-tracking data, and report issues as appropriate.
• Complete work accurately and on time to meet productivity and quality standards.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on finishing equipment and troubleshoot and maintain router and CNC equipment.
• Maintain a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions, and help ensure safety requirements are met or exceeded.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager and other team members to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain 5S practices throughout the Digital area.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Move materials using material-handling equipment as needed, potentially including forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• Tuition assistance
• Caregiver leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employer and partner discounts
• Depending on the role, participation in a bonus, commission, or incentive program may be included in total compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED