Equipment Operator

Taylor Corporation•Fridley, MN

10d

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator to prepare and operate printing press equipment according to job specifications, company quality standards, and procedures. The role includes preparing inks, checking paper and plates, inspecting printed forms during production, and performing routine equipment maintenance to support optimum output. The operator coordinates with the Production Team to prioritize work and respond to changes in deadlines. The position works overnight from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Sunday night through Friday morning. It requires attention to safety, mechanical ability, mathematical skills, and reading ability. The role also involves operating machinery and handling print materials, with regular lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of items weighing over 25 pounds. Taylor Corporation is a family-owned print and communications company with more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The anticipated hourly rate is $23.00; the actual offer may vary based on qualifications and other stated factors.

Requirements

Be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Ability to set adjustable mechanisms to required tolerances.
High degree of mathematical skills and attention to detail.
High degree of mechanical ability.
Good reading ability.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand.
Ability to remain in a stationary position regularly.
Ability to operate machinery and handle products, including print materials, constantly.
Ability to move inside the facility frequently.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry over 25 pounds regularly.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work with very close tolerances.
Ability to effectively communicate with team members.
High degree of analytical skills.
Good color discernment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and operate printing press equipment according to job specifications, company quality standards, and procedures.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly equipment maintenance to ensure optimum output.
Prepare inks to achieve proper color and consistency.
Check paper for type, size, color, and quantity.
Check plates for correct format.
Visually inspect forms throughout the production run for quality.
Coordinate with the Production Team to produce and prioritize jobs, reorganizing when necessary to meet deadline changes and updates.
Maintain knowledge of job and equipment safety requirements.