1st Shift Zund Operator

Execuprint, Inc.; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Execuprint, Inc. in Santa Clarita, CA, seeks a skilled 1st Shift Zund Operator to join our on-site production team.

You will set up and calibrate the Zund cutting system, load materials, monitor runs, perform basic troubleshooting, and maintain equipment with routine maintenance and cleaning. Working with prepress, shipping, and production teams, you will review work orders for accuracy, ensure quality standards, and document production activities.

Qualifications

• Requires experience operating Zund or similar CNC cutting equipment.
• Familiarity with wide format printing workflows and finishing processes is preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and safe troubleshooting skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate the Zund machine.
• Load materials and monitor runs for accuracy.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance/cleaning.

Skills

Zund operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading production tickets

Troubleshooting basics

Safety compliance

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training in printing or manufacturing

Tools

Zund cutting machine

Job description

Company Description

Execuprint is a printing services company specializing in wide format, in-store signage, kitting, commercial printing, and digital printing, providing high-quality solutions to diverse clients. The organization emphasizes integrity, stewardship, and excellence in every project. Execuprint works closely with customers to understand their goals and deliver tailored printing outcomes. Team members collaborate in a professional environment focused on quality, service, and long-term relationships with clients.

Role Description

The 1st Shift Zund Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in Santa Clarita, CA. This position is responsible for operating Zund cutting equipment to produce high-quality printed and cut materials in accordance with job specifications and production schedules. Daily tasks include setting up and calibrating the Zund machine, loading materials, monitoring runs for accuracy, performing basic troubleshooting, and completing routine maintenance and cleaning. The Zund Operator reviews work orders, inspects finished products for quality, follows safety and housekeeping standards, and coordinates with production, prepress, and shipping teams to ensure jobs are completed on time. The role involves maintaining organized records of production activities and supporting continuous improvement in efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Zund or similar CNC cutting equipment, with the ability to set up, run, and adjust machines for various substrates.


• Working knowledge of print production workflows, including wide format printing, finishing, and packaging processes.


• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve routine equipment issues safely.


• Strong attention to detail for reviewing work orders, measuring materials, and inspecting finished products for accuracy and quality.


• Ability to read and interpret production tickets, diagrams, and specifications, and to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Comfort using computers and related software for machine interfaces, job tracking, and production documentation.


• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with press operators, designers, and shipping personnel.


• Capability to stand for extended periods, lift and move materials as required, and adhere to safety and housekeeping standards.


• Prior experience in printing, signage, or manufacturing environments preferred.


• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in printing or manufacturing is a plus.