Printing Film Machine Operator - Back Half Days

Lakeside Book Company; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Two weeks paid vacation

Safety shoe reimbursement

On-the-job training

Forklift certification

Company events

Job summary

Phoenix Color, a Company Of Lakeside Book, located in Hagerstown, MD, is seeking a Finishing Finishing Machine Operator / LEO2 to join our production team. You will set up, operate, and maintain laminating machinery, monitor runs, and ensure quality standards.

Role requires standing for long shifts, lifting up to 50 lbs, basic math, and a mechanical inclination. On-the-job training and safety are emphasized, with growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus mechanical experience.
• Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shifts.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Basic math skills and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Mechanically inclined – able to handle minor machine adjustments with hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain laminating machinery.
• Monitor production runs and adjust machines as needed.
• Perform quality checks to ensure top product standards.
• Monitor film temperature and machine performance.
• Follow and promote all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Lamination machinery operation

Quality checks

Team player

Mechanically inclined

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.

Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.

As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.

Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.

Phoenix Color, a Company Of Lakeside Book

Starting Pay: $20.50 - 21.54/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)

Pay Grade Range: $20.50 - 26.75/hr

• Based on experience.
• Potential performance based pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and during merit review.

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical (family coverage included!), Dental, Vision, 401k, and EAP.

Paid Time Off: Two weeks of paid vacation.

Extra Perks

• $100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days
• Company-provided tools & Phoenix Color T-shirts
• On-the-job training + OSHA forklift certification (as needed)
• Dayforce Wallet > Pay ahead of pay day

Culture & Fun: Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and more!

Career Growth: Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.

Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Schedule: Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday

Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742

What You’ll Do

As a Finishing Finishing Machine Operator / LEO2, you’ll play an important role in our production team by:

• Setting up, operating, and maintaining laminating machinery
• Monitoring production runs and adjusting machines as needed
• Performing quality checks to ensure top product standards
• Monitoring film temperature and machine performance
• Following and promoting all safety policies and procedures
• Supporting the team with other duties as needed

What It Takes

• Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shifts
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, and reaching for extended periods
• Basic math skills and the ability to follow written instructions
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on quality
• Team player with the ability to provide direction when needed
• Mechanically inclined – able to handle minor machine adjustments with hand tools

Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent, plus mechanical experience

What we offer:

• Clean and safe work environment
• Work-life balance
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Great culture and co-workers

Learn more at www.phoenixcolor.com.

Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.