Operator I, G4M

4 Over • Huber Heights, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Grand Format Operator I sets up, adjusts, and safely operates relevant equipment to produce finished products that meet customer specifications and company policies and procedures. The role involves working with large-format printing equipment in a climate-controlled manufacturing plant, monitoring print quality, maintaining equipment, and supporting production workflows.

The primary schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, for eight or more hours per day, five days per week based on business needs. The usual schedule is 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM or similar, although training may take place at other times. The hourly salary range is $18.00–$20.00, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency preferred.
• One to two years of previous experience working with grand-format or large-format printing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including responding to machine malfunctions, material shortages, and print-quality errors.
• Ability to adapt to new printing technologies and changes in production schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple print jobs and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Ability to organize workflows, prepare materials in advance, and optimize print runs for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Attention to detail in monitoring color accuracy, image sharpness, print placement, and product defects, with timely corrective action.
• Ability to read and understand corporate policies, job-related documents, and written and verbal instructions in English.
• Foundational math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to remain detail-oriented, organized, and efficient while meeting deadlines and completing tasks accurately.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking, squatting, stooping, crouching, reaching, and handling or grasping products.
• Ability to frequently lift or move products weighing up to 50 pounds at, below, or above shoulder level.
• Vision sufficient for close work, depth perception, adjusting focus, and distinguishing colors, shades, and brightness.

Responsibilities

• Access the Batching System to view the schedule and identify priority jobs.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on large-format printers.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of equipment or production issues to minimize downtime and maintain output quality.
• Review job orders and follow print specifications, including quantity, stock type, ink colors, and special instructions.
• Complete and maintain production logs, maintenance records, quality checklists, job order forms, and other required documentation.
• Remove waste items for recycling.
• Complete and process required paperwork, records, and documents.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in work areas.
• Follow safety policies and protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
• Report workplace hazards, injuries, illnesses, and near misses to management immediately.
• Attend department and company meetings.
• Wear assigned personal protective equipment when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance equal to one times the employee’s annual salary, up to $500,000.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a discretionary employer match, typically 50% of employee deferrals up to 6% of compensation, with immediate vesting.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Accumulating paid time off available after 90 days of continuous and active full-time service.

What This Job Offers

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