Printer Operator (UV)

STI US•Waterford, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

UV Printer Operators at STI are responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining ultraviolet (UV) printing machines to produce high-quality prints on a variety of materials such as plastic, glass, and metal. This position ensures accuracy, efficiency, and consistency in print output while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards in the production environment.

Requirements

Prior experience of operating and maintaining UV printing equipment preferred
Understanding UV printing processes, inks, curing systems, and various substrates.
Ability to diagnose and correct printing and mechanical issues effectively.
Excellent visual accuracy and focus on maintaining high quality and consistency.
Ability to stand for extended periods and able to lift/move materials up to 50 pounds.
Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to manage multiple print jobs, materials, and adjustments efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, calibrate, and operate UV printing machines; monitor the printing process to ensure optimal quality and minimize waste.
Designs and prepares digital print layouts (Adobe Illustrator, RasterLink, etc.) according to job specifications and production requirements.
Calibrates color profiles and print alignment
Load and unload substrates including plastic, glass, and metal; ensure proper ink levels and machine readiness.
Inspect printed materials for color accuracy, registration, and overall quality; adjust as needed.
Perform routine cleaning and maintenance; identify and resolve mechanical or print quality issues to minimize downtime.
Work closely with design, production, and assembly teams to meet project specifications and delivery timelines.
Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.
Performs full maintenance (lamp changes, encoder calibration, vacuum table alignment, firmware updates, etc.)
Trains others on setup and workflow
Acts as the point of contact for vendor tech support and machine performance