Sheeting - Light Equipment Operator 2

Lakeside Book Company•Hagerstown, MD

2d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products. Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing. As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™. Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace. Are you a detail-oriented machine operator who enjoys active, hands-on work? We are seeking a reliable Sheeter Operator / Material Handler to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for converting large rolls of paper into precision-cut sheeted paper for our pressroom. You will manage machine setups, perform routine maintenance, and transport heavy materials to ensure our high-speed printing operations never face downtime.

Requirements

6 months to 1 year of experience operating a stand-up forklift or electric pallet jack is required.
Strong mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to accurately read a standard ruler.
Ability to read and execute written job instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to stand and walk continuously for a 12-hour shift.
Comfort lifting 45–60 lbs regularly, and the physical capability to push/pull up to 1,100 lbs using a manual pallet jack.
Adaptable to working in varying plant conditions, with potential exposure to controlled, non-toxic chemical vapors or mists typical of a print manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Setup and operate industrial paper sheeting machinery in strict accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Safely move, stage, and deliver paper stock throughout the plant using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual equipment.
Conduct regular, meticulous quality checks on cut paper to ensure precise sizing, clean edges, and zero product defects.
Perform basic preventative maintenance (PMs) and minor troubleshooting to keep the sheeter running at peak efficiency.
Work collaboratively with sheeting department personnel and floor staff to meet daily production goals.