Equipment Operator

Taylor Corporation; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Job summary

Taylor Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator I for the 2nd shift (Mon–Thu, 3:00pm–1:30am) to operate printing equipment, monitor quality, and perform routine maintenance. The role requires basic math, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read production instructions.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, preparing inks, verifying materials, and ensuring safety. Taylor emphasizes growth and security for team members and offers DailyPay on day one.

Qualifications

• Ability to set and adjust equipment mechanisms to required tolerances.
• Strong basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with production equipment.
• Ability to read and understand job instructions, specifications, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate printing press equipment according to job specifications, quality standards, and established procedures.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly equipment maintenance to help ensure reliable operation and quality output.
• Prepare inks to achieve proper color and consistency.
• Verify paper type, size, color, and quantity before production.
• Check plates to ensure the correct format is being used.
• Visually inspect printed materials throughout each run to ensure quality standards are met.
• Work with the Production Team to prioritize jobs and adjust production as deadlines or customer requirements change.
• Follow all safety requirements for the job, equipment, and work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Printing press equipment

Job description

1000 New Hire Incentive

2nd Shift – Mon. – Thur. 3:00pm-1pm

Taylor is proud to now offer “DailyPay”. With “DailyPay”, you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! https://www.dailypay.com/partners/taylorcorp/

Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re in this for the long haul.

Ready to build a career? It’s time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity:

Taylor Corporation is looking for an Equipment Operator I to join our 2nd shift production team. In this role, you will operate printing equipment, monitor product quality, perform routine equipment maintenance, and help keep production running safely and efficiently.

Work Authorization:

To be considered for Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare and operate printing press equipment according to job specifications, quality standards, and established procedures.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly equipment maintenance to help ensure reliable operation and quality output.
• Prepare inks to achieve proper color and consistency.
• Verify paper type, size, color, and quantity before production.
• Check plates to ensure the correct format is being used.
• Visually inspect printed materials throughout each run to ensure quality standards are met.
• Work with the Production Team to prioritize jobs and adjust production as deadlines or customer requirements change.
• Follow all safety requirements for the job, equipment, and work area.

Your Shift:

2nd Shift Monday – Thursday, 3:00 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.

You Must Have:

• Ability to set and adjust equipment mechanisms to required tolerances.
• Strong basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with production equipment.
• Ability to read and understand job instructions, specifications, and procedures.

Requirements Within This Position:

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Regularly required to remain in a stationary position.
• Constantly operate machinery and handle products, including printed materials.
• Frequently required to move throughout the facility.
• Regularly move up to 25+ pounds through lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying.

We Would Also Prefer:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working with close tolerances.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good color discernment.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.