Sign Digital Systems Operator

Lowen; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Lowen is seeking a dedicated Sign Digital Systems Operator in Hutchinson, KS. The role focuses on operating and troubleshooting digital printers to sustain maximum production efficiency. You will produce high-quality signs and accurately document diagnostic feedback from the machine.

Essential duties include setup, color matching, software-assisted color control, and ensuring ink and blank compatibility with job travelers while meeting strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large format digital printers.
• Ability to interpret job travelers and color requirements.
• Attention to detail in print quality and color accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate digital printers.
• Perform color matching of printed signs.
• Use software related to digital color control and production queues.
• Load presses with blanks and adjust as per job specifications.
• Review proofs and verify ink coverage and alignment.
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining quality.

Skills

Printer operation

Color matching

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Job description

Sign Digital Systems Operator

Who Are We? Lowen Corporation is located in Hutchinson, Kansas and is a world-class provider of graphic solutions for branding, advertising, information and display; serving the most recognized commercial brands within its major operating divisions. Family owned and operated for over seven decades, Lowen has built a reputation for dependability, quality of the highest standard and superior value for our customers.

Job Summary: Responsible for operating and troubleshooting digital printers to reach and maintain maximum production efficiencies. Produces quality printed signs and accurately interprets, documents, and communicates diagnostic feedback from the machine.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Follow safety procedures and practices outlined on the Safety Placard for each piece of equipment
• Set up and operate digital printers
• Perform color matching of printed signs
• Use and manipulate computer software related to digital color control, page imposition, production queues, and output
• Collect and inspect random samples during print runs to identify necessary adjustments
• Verify the blank and ink meet the job traveler
• Load presses with blanks and make adjustments according to metal size
• Operate press and pull proofs to check ink coverage/density, alignment, registration
• Practice printing safety procedures
• Meet strict production deadlines while maintaining quality work

Competencies

• Well-organized; consistently meets deadlines
• Works in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Works independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines
• Flexible and proactive to meet customer ship dates
• Efficiency knowledge of procedures/processes
• Ability to adhere to instructions
• Customer-oriented approach and positive outlook on projects

Work Environment

• Heated/cooled production atmosphere
• Cement floor; anti-fatigue mats provided
• Clean working environment
• Might work around moving mechanical parts
• Will be working with chemicals; PPE required at times

Physical Demands

• Average or better eyesight and color recognition
• Able to stand for entire work period (including overtime if needed)
• Occasional walking, change of position, reaching (including across midline), handling, fingering, feeling
• Occasional lifting 20–50 lbs; frequent lifting 10–25 lbs
• Frequent hand and simple grasp

Expected Hours of Work: Full-time; Monday–Friday. Hours may vary by department and shift. Additional hours may be required to meet customer deadlines.

Industry Professionals Across North America

Why Lowen?

The Craft of Precision

At Lowen Corporation we build the graphics and signage that national brands depend on every day. From wide-format digital printing and fleet graphics production to sign manufacturing and nationwide installation, the work our team does shows up in every state.

When you join Lowen you are not just taking a job. You are building a career with a family-owned company that has been investing in its people for over 76 years. We provide the tools, the technology, and the support to help you do the best work of your career.

Financial & Time Off Benefits

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical & Rx
• Teladoc
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer
• Employee Assistance Programs