Digital Press Operator

Resource-Label-Group; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Onsite Training

Career Growth

Job summary

Resource Label Group is seeking a Digital Press Operator in Des Plaines, IL to set up and run the HP Digital press for pressure sensitive labels. This onsite role includes training and growth opportunities within a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Shifts are 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Base pay is experience-based, with a pay range of $21–$25 per hour and a strong benefits package upon hire.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with at least 3 years of related experience or training
• Experience operating a press in a printing environment, preferably a digital press
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales and measurement devices

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality labels meeting job specifications and customer standards
• Input data (time, materials) into job management software
• Load jobs into press, refill inks, set up printing equipment
• Start press, adjust speed and stock alignment to print cylinder
• Inspect samples, make adjustments and ensure print quality

Skills

Math and measurement

Reading ruler and measurement devices

Physical stamina and lifting up to 50

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Resource Label Group, we are a full service manufacturer of custom label design and printing for a wide range of industries. With full-scale capabilities coast-to-coast and 22 locations across North America, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge label printing with a national reach and local touch.
As Resource Label Group continues to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team! Every person in our company contributes to our success. We offer an employee centric, collaborative culture that is technology driven and focused on delivering valuable, creative solutions. Our core values embody the way we interact with each other just as it influences the way we interact with clients.

We are currently recruiting for a Digital Press Operator to join our team! the Digital Press Operator sets up and operates the HP Digital printing press to produce pressure sensitive labels and related products. This position offers onsite training and the opportunity to learn a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry. Employees will have unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career.

Shift Hours: 2pm to 10pm Mon-Fri

Base pay dependent on experience

21.00-25.00 per hour Plus

This position offers onsite training and the opportunity to learn a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry. Employees will have unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career.

Responsibilities:

• Produce high quality labels to meet the job specifications outlined on the label order to match customer standards
• Inputs data including time and materials used into job management software
• Reads job order and loads jobs into press, fills ink cans and pumps with prescribed inks
• Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary
• Adjusts printing impression as necessary and runs down approval strip
• Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections and makes adjustments as necessary
• Communicates job specific information or changes to the supervisor in a timely manner to minimize production downtime
• Report any production or press issues to supervisor in a timely manner
• Keeps inventory usage accurate at all times
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required
• Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of three years or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One year of previous experience operating a press in a printing environment, preferably a digital press
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales and other measurement devices.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and frequently is required to walk
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• May also participate in vendor sponsored training programs

Pay Range

21.00-25.00

Benefits Summary

Why work with us? Take a look at all we have to offer!

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive and Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• Additional Benefits -- Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life, Accident and Critical Illness Coverage Plans
• Excellent 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• We pride ourselves in investing in our employees by offering onsite training and the ability to have unlimited growth potential within our organization
• We believe in rewarding our employees with performance-based salary increases

About Us

Resource Label Group, LLC (RLG) is a leading full-service provider of label and packaging solutions with a diverse product offering which includes pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, RFID/NFC technology, sustainable product solutions, scent activation technology, pharmaceutical packaging and fulfillment services. Resource Label provides products and services for the food, beverage, chemical, household products, personal care, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, medical device, and technology industries. With locations across the U.S. and Canada, RLG provides national leadership and scale to deliver capabilities, technologies, systems, and creative solutions that customers require.