UV Print Operator-Weekend

UV Print Machine Operator - Weekend

Job Description:

Trystar is a leader in power distribution equipment and related services at the heart of supporting our electrical infrastructure. Our team members focus on producing the highest quality products in the industry and providing industry‑leading service. Whether based in our state‑of‑the‑art headquarters in Faribault, MN, our corporate office in Burnsville, MN, or a member of our team out in the field, safety and integrity are our guiding principles, and we work together to achieve excellence for our customers every day.

Trystar’s team members are our most important asset, we are in search of UV Print Machine Operator for the Fabrication Department. This position plays a critical role in achieving our strategic objectives. Trystar’s UV Printer position is an important part of Trystar’s plan to become the world’s foremost custom solution provider.

Role Overview:

The UV Print Machine Operator is a skilled professional responsible for operating and maintaining UV printing machines used to apply UV‑curable inks onto various substrates such as paper, plastic, glass, or metal. They play a vital role in the printing process, ensuring the efficient production of high‑quality printed materials according to customer specifications.

We are looking for people who believe in our guiding principles and values of:

• Safety – We believe everyone should leave Trystar facilities in the same or better condition than when they arrived.
• Integrity – We’re honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right.
• Customer focus – We have relentless focus on our customers and their success.
• Right with speed – We use good judgement, make thoughtful decisions quickly, and execute them with purpose and intensity.
• Play for each other – We’re a team. We show up for each other and we know that through teamwork we achieve greatness.
• Champion change – We know adaptation and improvement are requirements to survive and to thrive.
• Enjoy the journey – We create an environment where our team feels appreciated and has fun along the way.

In this role you will get to:

• Machine Setup:
  Prepare and set up the UV print machine by loading the appropriate inks, calibrating the print heads, and adjusting machine settings to match the printing requirements.
• Material Handling:
  Load and position the printing substrates onto the machine’s bed, ensuring proper alignment and positioning for accurate printing. Stack and label finished product for transit in‑house.
• Printing Operations:
  Operate the UV print machine to apply UV‑curable inks onto the substrates, ensuring the correct colors, saturation, and resolution as per customer orders. Input instructions to program automated machinery, using a computer.
• Quality Control:
  Regularly inspect printed materials to verify print quality and color accuracy, making adjustments as necessary to maintain high printing standards. Monitor feeding, printing, and racking processes of UV Printer and Engraver to maintain specified operating levels and to detect malfunctions; make any necessary adjustments.
• Maintenance and Cleaning:
  Perform routine maintenance tasks on the UV print machine, including cleaning print heads, replacing consumables, and troubleshooting minor issues to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Color Management:
  Calibrate and monitor color profiles to achieve consistent color reproduction throughout the print production process.
• Job Scheduling:
  Organize and schedule print jobs to meet production timelines and deadlines.
• Safety Compliance:
  Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols while operating the UV print machine, ensuring compliance with company and industry safety regulations.
• Production Monitoring:
  Monitor the printing process to maintain a steady workflow and promptly address any deviations or inefficiencies.
• Documentation:
  Accurately record production data in Epicor, machine settings, and maintenance activities to maintain production records and assist in process improvement efforts. This also includes daily production reports, tally sheets, scrap reports, etc.
• Collaboration:
  
  Coordinate with other team members, including graphic designers, supervisors, and…