Digital Press Operator (20k

Digital Press Operator

Compo Secure is seeking a Digital Press Operator in Somerset, NJ, USA. The salary range is $28.00-$36.00 per hour for a full-time, hourly position.

Position Overview:

The responsibilities of this position include daily communication with the Indigo team, operation of the web-based digital printing press, assisting with pre-press tasks, maintaining inventory, performing preventative maintenance, reviewing product quality, maintaining logs, and helping with management duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate direction regarding the handling of the daily schedule.
• Positively rise to the challenges that are faced during the course of the shift(s).
• Answers team member questions, help with team member problems and oversee team.
• Prepares and produces orders on the digital press based on customer specifications, work order and graphic files provided by the Graphics Department.
• Ensures printed color matches the desired target and collaborates with the Pre-Press Technician on all file corrections/press adjustments to achieve the desired goal.
• Correctly performs maintenance, on schedule and according to procedure.
• Performs adjustments accurately, efficiently and according to procedure.
• Monitors the printing process to maintain print quality.
• Understands machine capabilities.
• Ensures proper handling of consumables to maintain the predictability of the process.
• Performs routine adjustments as necessary.
• Collaborates with team members, management and sales department to trouble shoot challenging orders and/or projects.
• Follows published production schedule to meet customer expectation on delivery dates.
• Understands and prepares paperwork related to order/project.
• Required to maintain logs according to procedure.
• Monitors supply inventories for the purpose of ensuring availability of products required to complete the job.

Other Important Responsibilities:

• Timely corrective action response and resolution to relevant project situations.
• Engage and support company wide Safety and Cleanliness Programs.
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• HP Indigo 20000 Level 1 training/certification.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to follow schedule and alter schedule should the need arise to do so.
• High school or vocational/technical school diploma or certificate.
• Additional courses in Print Production or Operations, a plus.
• Courses in Chemistry, Electronics or Color Theory, a plus.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in a job shop, printing environment; preferable running web presses, digital web press experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work through established quality inspection routines, adherence to procedure, keen visual discrimination of copy and color, print quality analysis and judgment.
• Experience with a spectrophotometer is a must.
• Highly organized and prefers a clean and orderly work environment.
• Understanding of Color Theory and practice, a plus.
• Experience in operating mechanical/electromechanical equipment.
• Above average computer experience/aptitude.
• Understanding of the basic concept of prepress.
• Analytical approach to problem solving.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Task oriented excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize work load.
• Enthusiastic attitude, cooperative team player, adaptable to new or changing circumstances, professional demeanor, sensitive to client needs, self-motivated, creative and innovative.
• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Conceptual Thinking – Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.

Physical requirements and work environment:

• Must be able to lift 20 lbs
• Must be able to perform the following in an 8+ hour day:
  • Sitting in an office chair
  • Typing – computer keyboard
  • Reaching for the telephone
  • Standing at equipment
  • Hearing for phone use
  • Sight for computer use
• Must be able to sustain factory work as needed including the following:
  • Standing at machinery
  • Reaching and pulling to operate machinery
  • Sight for machinery operation
  • Walking through shop
• Office environment is of moderate noise level.
• Shop noise levels are such that protective ear-coverings are recommended.

At Compo Secure, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our full-time team members enjoy access to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Benefits eligibility and details will be shared during the hiring process. We're excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us.