Digital Press Operator - 2nd Shift (5 Day/8 Hour)
About The Position
The Digital Press Operator is responsible for setting up and safely operating the Landa digital printing press, the Sei laser cutter, and related equipment. The operator ensures products meet customer requirements and quality standards while minimizing costs and following company policies and procedures. Team members are expected to act in accordance with Southern Champion Tray’s shared Core Values and Operating Principles: Trustworthy, Servant-Hearted, Relational, and Resourceful. The position involves preparing and monitoring production jobs, maintaining quality and color standards, troubleshooting equipment, performing basic repairs and preventative maintenance, and coordinating with internal and external partners. The operator also tracks consumables, maintains an orderly work area, and provides support to other departments as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience in an operations or production role.
- Experience and working knowledge of computers using technology or production software.
- Mechanical aptitude and skills.
- Ability to read and understand documents and letters, and write legibly in English.
- Ability to understand and speak clearly in English, communicate, and understand directions.
Nice To Haves
- Machine operation experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of print and color management is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Safely set up and operate the digital press, laser cutter, and related equipment while meeting quality standards and customer specifications, minimizing waste, and increasing productivity.
- Follow safety procedures and participate in activities to improve workplace and product safety.
- Read and evaluate job tickets and select the correct substrates for each job.
- Monitor production runs, make necessary adjustments, and maximize run speeds.
- Troubleshoot equipment, make minor adjustments, complete basic repairs, and perform preventative maintenance.
- Evaluate and ensure product quality, color control, color standards, and correct scoring.
- Work with Customer Service, Sales, and customers to meet print and production expectations.
- Complete required quality checks to verify products meet physical and visual requirements.
- Operate material-handling equipment to move loads; complete pre-flight checklists and prepare tools and raw materials for jobs.
- Participate in customer demonstrations, including press checks, to showcase capabilities and educate others.
- Analyze, troubleshoot, and correct drying, curing, cutting, or scoring problems.
- Recommend strategies for efficient use of materials, equipment, and scheduling.
- Communicate job-specific information to internal customers.
- Stay current on technology, system upgrades, and industry trends; assist in reviewing and updating departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Operate a spectrophotometer during make-ready and press runs, and work with color curves to achieve desired production colors.
- Track and inventory consumables and complete required paperwork.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Provide support to other departments as needed to meet customer and business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
