Digital Press Operator

Visual Image Photography, Inc.; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Visual Image Photography, Inc. in Cedarburg, Wisconsin is seeking a full-time HP Indigo Digital Press Operator to join our production team.

The role focuses on operating and maintaining the HP Indigo digital press to produce high-quality printed products, with secondary duties in bindery and finishing. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, organized, and capable of troubleshooting equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a digital production press, preferably an HP Indigo.
• Bindery, finishing, or mechanical equipment experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and use creative problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple jobs and deadlines.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being a dependable team player.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, technology, and production processes.
• Reliable, responsible, and committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the HP Indigo digital press to produce high-quality printed products.
• Prepare and manage print jobs, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely completion.
• Perform routine press maintenance and cleaning to keep equipment operating efficiently.
• Monitor print quality, identify issues, and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• Manage paper and other printing supplies to maintain efficient production.
• Follow established production workflows and quality control procedures.
• Communicate with team members to prioritize jobs and meet production deadlines.
• Operate, program, and perform routine maintenance on bindery equipment, including Duplo Cutter, Duplo Slitter/Creaser, Duplo Bookletmaker, and Duplo Folder.
• Assist with product assembly, mounting, framing, and other finishing tasks as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and submit supply orders in a timely manner.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient production area.

Skills

Press operation

Troubleshooting

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Team player

Basic computer skills

Tools

HP Indigo press

Duplo Cutter

Duplo Slitter/Creaser

Duplo Bookletmaker

Duplo Folder

Job description

Full-Time HP Indigo Digital Press Operator / Bindery Operator

Visual Image Photography (VIP) | Cedarburg, Wisconsin

Visual Image Photography (VIP) is seeking a full-time HP Indigo Digital Press Operator to join our production team in Cedarburg, WI. This position is primarily responsible for operating and maintaining our HP Indigo digital press to produce high-quality printed products. The secondary responsibility is operating bindery equipment and assisting with finishing and assembly as needed.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, can troubleshoot equipment, prioritize daily jobs, and work collaboratively with other departments to keep production running efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities: HP Indigo Digital Press

• Operate and monitor the HP Indigo digital press to produce high-quality printed products.
• Prepare and manage print jobs, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely completion.
• Perform routine press maintenance and cleaning to keep equipment operating efficiently.
• Monitor print quality, identify issues, and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• Manage paper and other printing supplies to maintain efficient production.
• Follow established production workflows and quality control procedures.
• Communicate with team members to prioritize jobs and meet production deadlines.

Secondary Responsibilities: Bindery and Finishing

• Operate, program, and perform routine maintenance on bindery equipment, including:
• Duplo 24" Cutter
• Duplo 646 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser
• Duplo Series 3500 Bookletmaker
• Duplo DF-915 Folder
• Assist with product assembly, mounting, framing, and other finishing tasks as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and submit supply orders in a timely manner.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient production area.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a digital production press, preferably an HP Indigo, strongly preferred.
• Bindery, finishing, or mechanical equipment experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and use creative problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple jobs and deadlines.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being a dependable team player.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, technology, and production processes.
• Reliable, responsible, and committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to handle printed materials and finished products carefully.

Position Details

• Schedule: Full-time, year-round
• Location: VIP's Cedarburg, Wisconsin office

Join the VIP team and be part of a family-owned business that takes pride in quality, service, and the people behind every product we create.