Print Production Operator

Construction Specialties; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES, INC. seeks an experienced print production operator in Fort Valley, GA. The role involves completing print production jobs on multiple press types, reviewing job specs, and performing setup tasks including ink filling, machine calibration, and loading stock.

You will conduct in-process quality inspections, maintain logs, troubleshoot breakdowns, and perform routine press maintenance while ensuring a clean and safe workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years' experience or Vo-Tech training preferred.
• Able to bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to learn and operate various printing machines and related software.

Responsibilities

• Set up automatic screen printing machine based on work instructions.
• Adjust feed rollers, reels, screens, and bolts to specifications.
• Start oven and verify curing temperature and UV exposure.
• Determine screen, color, and sequence from job order.
• Inspect printed sheets for defects and ensure color match.
• Record quantities printed in production log and maintain supplies.
• Follow safety procedures and keep work area clean and safe.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Organizational skills

Machine operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Printing machines

Color match software

UV curing equipment

Job description

Job Description

SCOPE OF POSITION

Completes print production jobs on various types of printing press machines, including digital, flexographic, web, screen, or others. Reviews job specifications and complete setup tasks, including filling ink, calibrating machine, and loading stock. Conducts visual inspection of samples prior to running job. Performs in-process quality inspections utilizing standard testing protocols. Completes all required production logs and documentation. Interprets equipment diagnostics, troubleshoots breakdowns, and makes necessary adjustments to complete the job. Performs regular maintenance, cleaning, and changeovers of press from one job to another. Maintains a clean and safe workspace.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Requirements

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, including but not necessarily limited to the following:

• Reviews work instructions and job order to determine settings and adjustments required to set up automatic screen printing machine.
• Sets and adjusts feed rollers, spindle reel, printing screens, and bolts to specifications.
• Starts oven and sets / checks curing temperature and UV exposure specified for printing run.
• Determines from job order the screen, color and sequence of printing.
• Compares color to control sample as required through color match software or visual check.
• Adjusts position of design or screen to ensure specified color print registration.
• Inspects printed sheets for smears, registration and other defects.
• Counts and records quantities printed in production log.
• Maintains inventory of supplies needed to operate printing machines.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Troubleshoots issues with printing machine and makes basic repairs. Performs routine maintenance on printing machines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION

(Minimum Education and/or Experience required)

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years' experience and Vo-Tech training or combination of education and experience.
• Previous related experience preferrred.
• Able to bend or kneel frequently.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to operate or to quickly learn to operate various printing machines and related software.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

About Us

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES, INC.

Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to building challenges that architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in all our product categories. Our products are a part of some of the most iconic buildings around the world– from the world’s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, to the Oculus at the World Trade Center Transit Hub in Manhattan. If you want to work in an inspiring atmosphere and collaborate with customers and colleagues to solve challenges, we're the right place for you. CS: People. Buildings. Better.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.