Digital Press Operator

Overview

Vista Reno is looking for talented, energetic Digital Printer (Press Operator) to join our manufacturing plant in Reno, NV.

Working hours will be Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM–3:30 AM. Pay rate: $32.03/hour.

Must have industrial printing presses experience - knowledge of running/operating industrial printing presses; basic understanding and knowledge of color management is a plus; strong attention to detail.

Vista is the industry leader in personalized physical and digital products. We empower over 17 million global customers to make an impression, and we are fueled by forward-thinking and innovative technology. We encourage our employees to think like owners and to continue to act small as we grow. Just last year, Vista Print generated $1.508B in revenue through customized print products, signage, apparel, websites and more.

This position is a fully skilled, technical printing role which includes manual and automatic setup of digital printing presses and other finishing equipment for various printed products. Responsibilities include equipment/process preparation, producing customer orders to meet quality standards and performance metrics, performing quality checks, troubleshooting, and press operator maintenance.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and expectations, including identifying critical safety elements, bypasses, interlocks, and emergency stops.
• Demonstrate knowledge of substrates used to print products, including proper storage, labeling, and troubleshooting.
• Perform daily FOA tasks prior to and after printing; ensure proper use and management of all printing supplies and consumables.
• Identify job details and specifications in assigning substrate and placements with equipment interface print-finish properties.
• Set up equipment (print and coat) to production-ready status and complete required shutdown/EOS process steps.
• Understand gang and process elements that influence the make-ready process and follow sequencing, batching, and WIP control.
• Apply OEM training to perform at the highest level and meet metrics related to print adherence, reprints, efficiency, and non-production.
• Consistently perform standard in-process checks during production and identify CTQ failures and primary causes through the print quality interface. Follow SCW (Stop Call Wait) if product quality is out of tolerance.
• Perform autonomous maintenance and support proactive and master maintenance plans to maximize line availability.
• Identify and manage press events influencing operational effectiveness and document them in related interfaces (e.g., OEE, Webshell).
• Perform basic troubleshooting and support shared maintenance activity. Follow SCW if availability loss is > 20 minutes during initial troubleshooting.
• Immediately notify Shift/Area Leadership or Management of safety incidents (e.g., building/racking damage, spills, injuries).
• Ensure daily on-time arrival; adhere to lunch/break schedules and work overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and surrounding area; conduct daily 5S activities.

• Complete all personal training requirements; support the training of press operators and production operators as assigned and as experience permits.
• Other duties as assigned by Shift/Area leadership/Management.

• Ability to perform normal sitting and standing activities.
• Ability to stand, lift, push, and pull for long periods (up to 12 hours/day).
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 35 lbs independently, and up to 50 lbs with team lift.
• Ability to read and write basic and comprehensive documents in English and speak English fluently.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communication skills to verbalize challenges, roadblocks, and delays.

• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent; college degree/credits a plus.
• Team player who is reliable, eager to learn, train and progress within the organization.
• Strong dedication to teamwork, customer experience, safety, quality, and a positive work environment.