Digital Press Operator, 2nd Shift, Monday to Friday, 2:00pm to 10:30pm

Resource Label Group; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Onsite training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Resource Label Group is seeking a Digital Press Operator to set up and run the HP 13" Digital printing press for pressure sensitive labels. Onsite training will help you develop a skilled trade within the printing industry.

The role includes loading jobs, managing inks and stock, and coordinating with the supervisor to minimize downtime while ensuring quality output and accurate data entry.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related training.
• 1 year manufacturing/printing or packaging experience preferred.
• Basic math: add/subtract/multiply/divide in whole numbers, fractions, decimals.
• Ability to read rulers and measurement devices.
• Frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Color vision and depth perception required.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality labels to meet job specifications and customer standards.
• Input data including time and materials into job management software.
• Load jobs into press, fill ink cans, and pump prescribed inks.
• Start press and adjust speed and stock alignment to the cylinder.
• Adjust impression and run approval strips, inspect for defects.
• Take samples, report issues to supervisor to minimize downtime.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and perform routine presses maintenance.
• Keep work areas organized and maintain housekeeping standards.

Skills

Ruler reading

Math skills

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Color vision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HP 13" Digital press

Job description

The Digital Press Operator sets up and operates the HP 13\" 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment, printing or packaging industry experience preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability 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.

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.
• Pay Range: $19.00-$21.00 per hour.