Print Operator II

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

About The Position

The Print Production Specialist operates and supports equipment and processes within an assigned Level 2 print production pod while developing the knowledge, technical skills, and judgment needed to master the pod. The position has primary day-to-day ownership of production execution and is accountable for completing scheduled work accurately, efficiently, on time, and at established production levels. It operates and monitors authorized equipment, follows job tickets and production specifications, performs setup and quality checks, and communicates operational needs and barriers. Equipment may include industrial digital presses and automated finishing, binding, converting, and embellishment systems; assignments may change as department needs and technology evolve. The specialist coordinates scheduled work and materials without independently changing the master production schedule, identifies workflow and waste-reduction opportunities, and communicates production status, capacity, material needs, delays, and risks. The role also provides daily direction, training, coaching, and mentoring to student employees, including teaching safe work practices, production procedures, quality expectations, professionalism, and business operations. The specialist supports students’ professional, personal, and spiritual development and helps foster a Christ-centered work environment reflecting BYU’s values. The role includes safe equipment operation and routine care, housekeeping, and prompt reporting of hazards, incidents, equipment problems, and maintenance needs. The job requires a physical exam and lift test. Work involves frequent standing and walking, bending, reaching, repetitive hand and arm movements, close visual inspection, handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and working in an active, noisy production environment. There may be periodic exposure to paper dust, inks, coatings, adhesives, cleaning products, variable temperatures, wet environments, and mechanical hazards.

Requirements

Firm commitment to the Mission of BYU.
Two years of progressively responsible experience in industrial digital printing, bindery, finishing, converting, embellishment, manufacturing, or a related production environment, or an equivalent combination of training and demonstrated proficiency.
Ability to set up and operate production equipment, perform quality inspections, troubleshoot routine problems, follow the master production schedule, and work safely.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent handling of materials weighing up to 50 pounds; a physical exam and lift test are required.
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and remain in a position at BYU.
All employees are required to abide by BYU’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to BYU’s academic and religious missions.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and support equipment within the assigned production pod for which the employee has been trained and authorized.
Execute scheduled work according to the master production schedule, job tickets, specifications, quality standards, and established procedures; communicate schedule risks and barriers promptly.
Perform equipment setup, makeready, adjustments, changeovers, in-process monitoring, and routine troubleshooting within established training and authorization.
Inspect print and finished-product quality, identify defects, make routine corrections, monitor rework, and hold work for additional inspection or direction when needed.
Coordinate equipment, trained employees, student assignments, materials, and approved processes to complete assigned jobs effectively without changing the master schedule.
Prepare substrates, consumables, tooling, and finishing materials in accordance with job requirements and procedures.
Identify opportunities to improve workflow, equipment utilization, material use, and waste or rework; provide recommendations to the Master Scheduler and department leaders.
Communicate job status, production progress, capacity, material needs, delays, and schedule risks to appropriate leaders.
Participate in Lean, 5S, standard-work, and continuous-improvement activities and apply improvements to pod operations.
Provide daily leadership, direction, training, coaching, and mentoring to student employees; monitor their work and communicate concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
Teach students equipment operation, production procedures, quality expectations, safety, problem-solving, professionalism, productivity, and business operations.
Support students’ professional, personal, and spiritual development and BYU’s dual heritage of faith and learning in a Christ-centered work environment.
Follow safety procedures, operating instructions, personal protective equipment requirements, and workplace practices.
Perform routine equipment care, cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance within established training and authorization; report equipment problems and maintenance needs.
Maintain clean and orderly work areas; properly handle production materials, supplies, waste, and finished products; promptly report hazards, spills, injuries, and unsafe conditions.

Benefits

BYU retirement contribution of 8% at no cost to the employee; BYU adds an additional 4% when the employee contributes 5% (rehire eligibility may differ).
Vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays.
Employee assistance program available to the employee and household members.
Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members.
Access to athletic facilities.
Medical and dental benefits.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Paid parental and maternity leave.
Wellness program.
Free on-campus parking.
Free UTA passes for the employee, spouse, and qualified dependents.
Discounts at the BYU Store and for many BYU events.