Print Operator

Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Secondary Production Supervisor, this position performs skilled work in the preparation and operation of pad printing machines in a printing department. Work may include manual labor such as printing, packing, sorting, cutting, or oiling parts.

Summary of essential job functions and responsibilities:

• Prepares job by assembling jigs, obtaining blueprints, set‑up sheets, printing plate and ink for operation of printer, and assembling boxes for packing
• Loads parts onto turntable jigs for printing
• Examines finished product for quality
• Completes paperwork by recording job time and parts completed
• Packages materials for shipping
• Transports products to shipping area manually or by means of a pallet jack
• Responsible for cleaning up machine and work area, or as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production area
• Ability to work efficiently on the various punch and print machines
• Ability to meet required production averages on job
• Ability to read a blueprint and fill out production paperwork
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English

Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Must be able to lift 10 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to work effectively in a shared work environment as a member of a team workforce
• Must be able to reach, twist, bend, squat, push, pull and climb continuously as needed

Work Environment:

• Occasionally exposed to seasonal temperature extremes
• Occasionally exposed to chemical substances and/or fumes (protective equipment available)
• Noise level is usually moderate (hearing protection available)