Digital Press Machine Operator/ 2nd shift in Arlington

Energy Jobline ZR; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Machine Operator for commercial printing operations in Dallas, TX. The role involves setting up and running high-speed folders, inserters, and presses on the 2nd shift (3:00pm–11:30pm).

You will ensure quality, perform routine maintenance, and coordinate with bindery teams to meet production deadlines. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or applicable work experience, 1–3+ years in manufacturing or printing, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or work experience.
• 1–3+ years in manufacturing/printing/bindery.
• Able to read work orders and operate printing equipment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Familiarity with inputting production data.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate folders, inserters, and presses per work orders.
• Inspect finished products for defects and quality.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs.
• Load paper stock, ink, and materials into machines.
• Coordinate workflow with bindery teams and meet deadlines.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Read work orders

Manufacturing experience

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob: Machine Operator (Commercial Printing)

Shift: 2nd Shift - 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Pay: $16 - $18/hr based on experience

Location: Dallas, TX 75212

Similar type presses would be: HP Indigo, Konica Minolta KM1, Xerox, or Cannon.

Commercial machine operators in printing, folding, and inserting positions involve setting up, operating, and maintaining high-speed equipment to produce printed, folded, and mailed materials. These roles require technical knowledge of machinery, strong attention to detail for quality control, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Culture

Our staffing professionals are committed to meeting your individual needs and exceeding your expectations. Experienced top-quality candidates are the result of our extensive screening process, in-depth evaluations, industry-specific testing, and reference checking.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Machine Set-Up & Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate folders, inserters, and printing presses according to work orders. This includes adjusting rollers, folders, and guides for different paper sizes and folds.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished products (printed, folded, or inserted) for defects like wrinkles, misaligned folds, or incorrect inserts.
• Preventive Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs on equipment to prevent breakdowns.
• Material Handling: Load paper stock, ink, and materials into machines.
• Workflow Coordination: Work with bindery teams to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Safety Adherence: Maintain a clean work area and follow all safety protocols.

Specialized Roles

• Folder Operator: Focus on folding, slitting, and scoring printed sheets into signatures.
• Inserter Operator: Operates high-speed equipment to insert printed matter into envelopes or folders.
• Printing Operator: Handles offset, flexographic, or digital presses, including installing plates and mixing ink.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: High School Diploma or work experience.
• Experience: 1-3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, printing, or bindery environment .
• Technical Skills: Ability to read work orders.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, work in a fast-paced environment, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Digital Literacy: Familiarity with computers for inputting production data.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Operators are typically evaluated on their ability to meet production speeds, maintain high-quality standards, and minimize waste.

Requirements

Accept a background check to be performed

Ability to work overtime when required.

Lift up to 50 pounds

Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Stay on your feet for 8 hour shifts

Knowledge in: Manufacturing

Knowledge in: Commercial Printing

Knowledge in: Data Entry

Knowledge in: Material Handling

Knowledge in: Bindery Operations

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hire Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , age, , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.