Print Operator

Bunzl; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Get Paid On-Demand

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bunzl Safety in City of Industry, CA is hiring a Print (Direct-to-Film) and Value-Added Services Operator. You will handle end-to-end digital transfer production, prep artwork, operate DTF printers, inspect output, and support VAS tasks across Bunzl businesses.

The role requires 1–2 years in printing related work, familiarity with Illustrator/Photoshop, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Benefits and a competitive hourly wage are offered.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years in direct-to-film printing or related roles.
• Proficient with Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop.
• Able to lift heavy objects (50–75 lbs) and handle physical work.
• Experience with production orders, artwork, proofs, specs, and quality standards.
• Able to use a computer and learn print-production software and internal systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, dependability, and ability to manage multiple orders.

Responsibilities

• Inspect completed work against artwork proofs and order specs; report quality issues.
• Apply transfers to garments using heat-press equipment.
• Record production data: quantities, waste, reprints, material usage, downtime, completion.
• Package, label, stage, and route finished work to the correct order or unit.
• Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on printers and related equipment; monitor inventory.
• Monitor consumable levels and notify for replenishment or repairs.
• Follow safety, PPE, waste disposal procedures for materials.
• Coordinate with design, customer service, warehouse, and VAS to resolve questions.
• Support DTF production and other VAS activities as needed; flex between functions.
• Participate in cross-training, process improvements, and standard-work development.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Direct-to-film printing

Heat-press equipment

Artwork management software

Job description

Bunzl Safety - City of Industry
City of Industry, CA 91789, USA

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $23 USD
  The salary range is based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, certifications and geographic location.

Description

Bunzl Safety is currently seeking a Print (Direct-to-Film) and Value-Added Services Operator to perform end-to-end digital transfer production for multiple Bunzl businesses and customers. The position prepares artwork and production files, operates direct-to-film printing and finishing equipment, inspects output, maintains production records by business and customer, and supports other Value-Added Services (VAS) work as production needs require. The operator is expected to deliver accurate, consistent work while meeting quality, safety, and productivity standards.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect completed work against approved artwork, proofs, samples, and order specifications; segregate nonconforming materials and report quality issues promptly.
• Apply completed transfers to garments or products using heat-press equipment as required by work orders.
• Accurately record production data, including quantities, waste, reprints, material usage, downtime, and job completion information.
• Package, label, stage, and route completed work to the appropriate customer order, business unit, or downstream operation.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and operator-level preventive maintenance on printers, curing equipment, heat presses, and related tools; monitor consumable inventory and communicate replenishment or repair needs.
• Monitor consumable inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to ensure continuous production and operational efficiency.
• Follow established safety, handling, storage, housekeeping, PPE, and waste-disposal procedures for equipment, inks, powders, cleaners, and other production materials.
• Coordinate with graphic design, customer service, warehouse, and VAS personnel to resolve artwork, material, order, or production questions.
• Support DTF production and other Value-Added Services (VAS) activities, including screen printing, pad printing, tagging, packing, rework, kitting, and assembly, while flexing between functions based on business needs.
• Participate in cross-training, process improvement, and standard-work development. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School/GED education required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One to two years of experience in direct-to-film printing, digital printing, heat-transfer production, screen printing, pad printing, or a related machine-operator role preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator / Adobe Photoshop.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (occasionally between 50-75 lbs.) with or without reasonable accommodation for an entire shift).
• Experience working from production orders, artwork, proofs, specifications, and quality standards preferred.
• Ability to use a computer and learn print-production software, file-management practices, and internal production systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, dependability, and ability to manage multiple orders and changing priorities.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Bunzl Safety California salary range is $18 -23 per hour based on experience, education and geographic location.

Get Paid When You Need It!

• Access to a portion of your earned wages before payday
• Convenient pay card option - no bank account required
• Take control of your finances with flexible pay access

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl North America operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… your career, our future.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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