Digital Print Operator

Marking Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Marking Services is seeking a Digital Laser Press Operator in Milwaukee, WI to operate large-scale laser engrave equipment and perform daily production duties. You will manage orders, assist in improving processes, and ensure products meet customer specs.

The role requires heavy lifting capability, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with Adobe Illustrator. Join a production team focused on quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree in print/graphics preferred.
• No less than 5 years experience in print, CNC or engraving.
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator required.
• Must be proficient in MS Office products.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work entire shift on feet.
• Technical skills related to basic equipment maintenance required.
• Self-motivated, able to work at a fast pace.
• High attention to detail; good eye for color and design.

Responsibilities

• Obtain manufacturing and stock orders from planning; verify accuracy and completeness.
• Move materials to next stage per Manufacturing Order.
• Complete required manufacturing and stock paperwork.
• Develop understanding of material production and quality standards.
• Retrieve order files and adjust layouts to meet customer specs.
• Proofread signs and labels; ensure high quality and on-time delivery.
• Maintain manufacturing efficiency and quality standards; track scrap and downtime.
• Troubleshoot issues during job submission or process.
• Monitor service items and perform repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with press vendor support and assist training of new staff.
• Participate in inventory counts and report quantities to purchasing.
• Keep the facility clean and safe; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Fast pace work

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in print/graphics

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Milwaukee, WI 53224
Position Type: Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, the Digital Laser Press Operator will utilize large scale Laser Engrave equipment to perform daily production activities of work center operations and perform preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned by Production Supervisor. Operator is also responsible for developing and implementing process improvement.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtains manufacturing orders and stock orders from the production planning department. Receives raw materials, or goods-in-process, along with order, verifying orders are correct and determines whether order is complete or incomplete.
• Sends material to the next stage in the manufacturing process as defined by the Manufacturing Order.
• Completes required Manufacturing and Stock Order paperwork for established quality requirements.
• Gains technical understanding of how each material/product is produced and how to manufacture each item. Ensures finished products meet quality and customer specification standards.
• Operator must retrieve order files and manipulate layouts in order to produce accurate products as specified by the customer.
• Proofreads signs and labels and conducts quality assurance to ensure the production of high quality, accurate signs and labels while meeting on-time delivery.
• Consistently performs at the highest level of manufacturing efficiency and quality standards (accuracy, scrap, utilization, rework, equipment downtime).
• Troubleshoot problems that occur during job submission or the operator process.
• Monitor High Frequency Service Items (HFSI's) and perform repairs, adjustments and general maintenance procedures as necessary.
• Contact and interface with press vendor support as necessary.
• Assists in training/coaching new employees and aid production team to meet departmental needs.
• Participates in weekly and monthly inventory counts and report quantities to purchasing.
• Keep the production facility clean and organized. Consistently follows all safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

There is little risk of injury. Work hours are generally during normal business hours and average 40 hours a week. May require some additional hours when production demand is at high levels. Consistent and regular attendance required.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to change over time, and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associates Degree in print or graphics preferred.
• No less than 5 years previous experience in print, CNC or engraving.
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator required.
• Must be proficient in MS Office products.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work entire shift on feet.
• Technical skills related to basic equipment maintenance required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work at a fast pace.
• High attention to detail; a good eye for color and design is necessary.