Digital Printing Operator (2nd Shift)

TrafFix Devices, Inc.•Fairfield, IA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Digital Printing Operator is responsible for operating high-speed digital printing equipment and completing orders in a timely manner. This role involves using specialized software to prepare and customize printing jobs, managing workflow to ensure timely order completion and machine efficiency, and producing signs on large format printers. The operator will also perform custom finishing tasks such as lamination, contour cutting, sewing, mounting, and trimming. Additionally, the role includes maintaining tools and equipment, troubleshooting malfunctions, mixing ink, making plates, and applying sheeting to plastic substrates. General functions include collaborating with team members to meet deadlines, adhering to safety rules and procedures, maintaining a clean work environment, identifying and reporting quality or safety issues, and working effectively with co-workers and supervisors to achieve production goals.

Requirements

Attention to detail: The ability to perform tasks with precision, accuracy, and thoroughness, paying close attention to all aspects of the work and identifying and correcting errors or inconsistencies as needed.
Time management skills: The ability to prioritize tasks, plan and organize work efficiently, and meet production deadlines while maintaining quality standards and minimizing waste.
Basic math skills: The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements accurately and efficiently, using arithmetic and geometry principles as needed.
Communication skills: The ability to convey and receive information effectively, clearly, and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
Follow directions: The ability to follow established procedures while performing tasks, using tools, and handling materials. Carefully consider and follow instructions to complete tasks and deliver required results.
Dependability: Reliability and consistency of attendance, punctuality, and completion of assigned tasks according to established standards and expectations with little supervision.
Attention to safety: The ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines when using equipment or products is important to maintain a safe work environment.
Technical aptitude: The ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot various types of machinery, tools, and software, as well as to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma/GED, or equivalent work experience.
At least one year of experience operating digital printers.
Experience using digital design programs such as RIP, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator and Photoshop.
Knowledge of large format imaging, roll and rigid printing, and precision finishing.

Responsibilities

Uses specialized software to import, edit and customized printing jobs per order specifications.
Manages workflow to ensure all orders are completed on time while maximizing machine efficiency.
Produces signs on flatbed and roll to roll large format printers.
Customs finishing including lamination, contour cutting, sewing, mounting, and trimming as required.
Maintains tools and equipment, reports errors, troubleshoots malfunctions and requests service.
Cuts stencils and requests artwork as needed.
Maintains appropriate stock level of frames for diamond signs.
Mixes ink, makes plates and produces custom prints using 3-color Pad Printer.
Applies and trims sheeting to plastic substrate.
Collaborates with other members of the team to ensure that deadlines are met, and orders are delivered on time.
Consistently abides by established safety rules, procedures, and regulations including wearing required safety equipment when required.
Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
Identifies and reports quality or safety issues to supervisor or manager.
Works effectively with co-workers and supervisors, sharing knowledge, resources, and experience to achieve production goals in a timely fashion, while promoting respect, communication, and teamwork.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.