VUTEK Operator

Job description

Job Summary: Wide format Digital Press Operator

The Digital Press Operator is responsible for producing all Digital press projects in compliance with job specifications and in accordance with company quality standards and procedures. Coordinate workload schedule to meet customer timeframe requirements while achieving optimum productivity. Perform daily/weekly/monthly maintenance on equipment to ensure optimum output. Work closely with other team members to exceed customer expectations.

As the Digital Press Operator and a member of the Production Team, you are accountable for:

· Meeting department production and quality goals as well as providing value to our customers

· Playing a key role in meeting the company wide profitability and customer satisfaction goals

· Contributing to a work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth

· Following systems and procedures outlined in the company manuals, procedures and work instructions

· Complying with all OSHA safety requirements

· Comply with food safety regulations as required at EPI locations inspected by AIB

Responsibilities and Duties:

General and Administrative

· Coordinate with Production Team to produce and prioritize jobs and, when necessary, reorganize to meet deadline changes and updates

· Participate as a key player in the Production Team by supporting operations as needed

· Communicate effectively with the General Manager/Owner, the Production Manager, the sales team, and the production team, informing and updating them regularly to guarantee that sales objectives and customer objectives are met

Press Operations

· Operate Vutek Digital Press and Zund cutter to produce production and customized jobs

· Perform all press operator functions as noted on work order/job tickets

· Required and interface with the Customer Service Representative (CSR) and/or the Graphic Designer to receive color match approval prior to printing job

· Wear appropriate protective items, including but not limited to ear protection, eye protection, gloves, footwear, etc.

· Maintain knowledge of safety requirements of job and equipment; be familiar with Safety Data Sheets regarding chemicals used

· Assist with job packaging as required

Equipment and Supplies

· Clean and maintain equipment and work area following maintenance procedures and update maintenance logs

· Monitor and manage inventory of press supplies; order and stock as instructed by supervisor

· Inform supervisor of equipment problems

Required Qualifications:

· Legal ability to work in the United States

· High school diploma/GED with experience, vocational/technical certification or equivalent work experience/on the job training

Desired Qualifications:

· Vocational/technical degree in graphic arts

· Minimum of 5 years running Digital or offset sheet feed presses

· Vutek Digital Press and Zund cutter experience preferred

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Good mathematical skills

· Able to apply written instructions to machine set-up and maintenance

· Reliable attendance, punctuality and attention to work station

Working Conditions:

· Standing for prolonged periods of time – up to 8 hours or more per day

· Frequent lifting of objects weighing 30 or more lbs.

· Periodic overtime

· Work area may have fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

· Noise level is usually moderate to loud

· Exposure to ink and chemical fumes, and airborne particles such as paper dust and drying powder

· Fast-paced environment subject to numerous schedule and priority changes and short notice activity

Additional Duties:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Livonia, MI 48150 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Livonia, MI 48150: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person