Digital Machine Operator - 2nd shift

Job Summary

The Machine Operator Digital is essential to the manufacturing of high-quality fan merchandise. Under general supervision, the Machine Operator Digital will work individually or as part of a team that will finish or produce a large volume of product in any of the Digital Machine work centers. The work of other production athletes on the line/work center is dependent upon this team member as the primary machine specialist.

May include digital and/or manual set up including Printing, Laser, Router, CNC, Multi-Head Embroidery, Cutting, and other digital machines. May simultaneously run one to three machines during any given shift. Generally, a physically demanding role that requires keeping pace with a machine or line. The successful athlete must be able to accurately count correct quantities, inspect and report quality issues and consistently follow customer specification within order instructions.

Machine Operator Digital Production Athletes will be assigned in varying work centers and it is essential that they are prepared to report to secondary work centers or building locations as directed.

Job Description

Monday - Friday 2:30pm- 10:30pm

Note:
Consolidated summary and responsibilities from the original description were kept, and repetitive sections were removed to improve clarity while preserving the original intent.

• Reads and follows specific instructions given on shop packets. Verifies art files and color copies match product design, specifications and customer requirements.
• Utilizes FMS to accurately document work processes including check out/in of work orders and/or materials, scrap, and rework functions.
• Coordinate needed materials to produce orders. Monitors raw material inventories and ink inventory and places replenishment orders accordingly. Maintains and organizes raw material floor stock inventory including cycle counting as needed.
• Set up, inspect, adjust and test run machine for each order – determine settings, guards, belts, lenses, align mirrors, needles, color balance, ink coverage, etc. according to machine and order specifications.
• Complete digital set-ups including modification of EPS files from Art Department, downloading correct files from server, and communicate with Art department to resolve art file issues to meet customer and software requirements. Assist Art with color profiling of the machine.
• Determine the number of pieces to run to meet customer requirements and achieve maximum material utilization.
• Meet all production standards on all digital work centers, ensuring high quality throughout the production run and catching errors early to minimize rework.
• Monitor machine, processes and product output to ensure quality, accuracy, color, quantities, and maintain efficiency. Consult with leadership and maintenance for recommended adjustments as needed.
• Responsible for measuring and meeting set production rates. Assist Supervisor with the capture of metrics and deliverables.
• Support co-workers by helping to set up and tear down presses, wipe contaminants from product, load/unload jigs, bulk pack printed product, and perform other tasks to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Perform all preventative maintenance for machines and equipment.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and contact Maintenance Technicians as required for advanced issues.
• May create dies using computerized files and maintain proper storage when not in active use.
• Perform general housekeeping, 5S and other Continuous Improvement activities.
• Adhere to all Department and Company Standards, Operating Procedures and Safety Requirements.
• Treat others with respect and conduct themselves in a positive and inclusive manner daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1 or more years of digital equipment operation or technical digital maintenance highly preferred

• Close attention to detail required
• Ability to read, understand shop packet information and follow written instructions
• Digital technology and mechanical knowledge sufficient to complete equipment setup and adjustments
• Advanced computer…