Digital Press Operator

Koozie Group

If our name sounds familiar, there’s a reason why. We’re the people behind the iconic Koozie® Can Cooler – and more! As one of the largest suppliers in the promotional products industry, you’ve probably seen our work everywhere from your local bank to a large concert or sporting event. We imprint company logos and slogans on everything from pens to coffee tumblers, lunch bags, tech accessories, camp chairs, and award‑winning calendars, to name just a few.

Our desire to benefit our people, customers, communities, and industry is behind all that we do. We call it Keep It. Give It., and it ensures that we are leaving a positive, lasting impact with the products and solutions we deliver.

We’re looking for the right person to fill this role. Read on if you want to know more and discover how we like to keep the good going!

Our Press Operators are Customer Obsessed and strive to exceed customer expectations with each and every order. Press Operators support manufacturing processes by completing the following tasks: reading and adhering to the job traveler (MFG Order) instructions and steps, inspecting parts and materials, staging orders, operating lithography or digital printing presses; troubleshooting machine operations when needed, conducting preventive maintenance steps, implementing the best practices in manufacturing processes, reporting orders, participating in working safely, and adhering to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Press Operators have manufacturing expertise in color printing, organization, attention to detail, time management, effective communication, reporting, and computer competencies.

• Climate‑controlled environment (clean and heat/air‑conditioning)
• Great benefits, including:
  • Medical HSA and HRA plans
  • Flex spending accounts
  • PPO dental
  • VSP vision
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employer‑paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
• PTO – Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal)

$23.00 hourly wage.

Rotating: 3 days a week – 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM / 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM.

• Strong desire to help and take ownership, seeing things through
• Curious, constantly learning, strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work as a team member and independently with minimal supervision
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Troubleshoot basic and routine manufacturing issues
• Ability to multi‑task and adapt to changes quickly

• Operate single or multi‑color printing presses with knowledge of lithography and training in ink and water balance, ink density, chemistries, emulsification, four‑color process concepts and PMS color densities while deciding on ink placement for best printability and quality.
• Operate digital print equipment including set up and adjustment of feeder, print heads, and delivery by size and thickness.
• Perform operator‑level maintenance duties on all equipment (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly) and maintain documentation of maintenance.
• Accurately report and record daily production and scrap.
• Achieve make‑ready and run times per standard rates.
• Communicate to Supervisor and/or MFG Facilitator to address any work area concerns.
• Follow all Safety and Quality protocols and adhere to ISO 9001; 14001, 6S standards and Lean processes.
• Identify when mechanical or software problems occur and troubleshoot software on digital printer.
• Lift up to 45‑pound boxes frequently; team lift at higher weights.
• Maintain effective working relationships and communication with employees, including temporary associates, by adhering to Koozie Group’s policies.
• Reach, bend, twist, push, pull, grasp and stand for extended periods of time and move about the facility as needed.
• Read and follow all Manufacturing Order (MO) directions.
• Report time accurately.
• Set up machine and operate it according to Work Instructions and operator manual.
• Support teamwork and process improvements through active participation in meetings and helping team ideas work.
• Understand digital outputs and ads.
• Visually inspect product to complete required quality checks.
• Work rotating shifts and overtime as scheduled and/or…