INK Print Production Operator

Associa; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Associa is seeking an Ink Production Operator in Richardson, TX to support Ink Operations across production tasks and related workflows. You may work across multiple functions based on business needs, volume, staffing, training, and equipment requirements.

The role requires hands-on operation of production equipment, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to follow instructions while prioritizing tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, production, fulfillment, logistics, or manufacturing.
• Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and maintain quality.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, support, or assist with Ink Operations production functions including presses, inserters, postage meters, shrink wrappers, cutters, slitters, finishing equipment, fulfillment equipment, material handling, quality checks, and inventory movement.
• Operate, support, or assist with current and future production equipment and workflows.
• Complete assigned work accurately, safely, and in priority order.
• Read and follow job instructions, work orders, production standards, checklists, and quality requirements.
• Monitor work for accuracy, quality, completeness, and proper handling.
• Move materials, supplies, work-in-process, and finished work through the operation as needed.
• Support equipment setup, basic troubleshooting, cleaning, restocking, and routine operator-level maintenance.
• Report equipment issues, quality concerns, supply needs, safety risks, and workflow delays.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe, and efficient work areas.
• Support any Ink Operations function as business needs require.
• All other duties as assigned and required by the Ink Operations leadership.

Skills

Production operations

Equipment operation

Quality control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

Ink Production Operator supports Ink Operations by operating, assisting or completing production, fulfillment, equipment, quality, inventory, and workflow tasks. This role is expected to be flexible and may work across multiple production functions based on business needs, volume, staffing, training, and equipment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• This role may be required to operate, support, or assist with any current or future Ink Operations production function, including presses, inserters, postage meters, shrink wrappers, cutters, slitters, finishing equipment, fulfillment equipment, material handling, quality control, inventory movement, and other production or operational activities as assigned.
• Operate, support, or assist with current and future production equipment and workflows.
• Complete assigned work accurately, safely, and in priority order.
• Read and follow job instructions, work orders, production standards, checklists, and quality requirements.
• Monitor work for accuracy, quality, completeness, and proper handling.
• Move materials, supplies, work-in-process, and finished work through the operation as needed.
• Support equipment setup, basic troubleshooting, cleaning, restocking, and routine operator-level maintenance.
• Report equipment issues, quality concerns, supply needs, safety risks, and workflow delays.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe, and efficient work areas.
• Support any Ink Operations function as business needs require.
• All other duties as assigned and required by the Ink Operations leadership.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Experience in operations, production, fulfillment, logistics, manufacturing, equipment operation, or related work preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions, work safely, meet deadlines, and maintain quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a hands-on production environment and support changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with production equipment, fulfillment workflows, material handling, quality checks, or deadline-driven operations.

Physical / Environmental Requirements

• Ability to work in an operations environment with production equipment, fulfillment activity, supplies, packaging, and shipping materials.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and move materials or equipment as needed, with reasonable accommodations available.
• Ability to lift and move supplies or materials as required for the role.
• May be required to work schedules or shifts outside normal business hours based on Ink Operations needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.