Print Room Printer Operator - 1st Shift

BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR

For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.

WORK TYPE: On Site

LOCATION DETAILS: 950 E. Avenue K, Grand Prairie, TX 75050

WORK HOURS: Monday-Friday 4:00 AM-12:30 PM (OT as required during peak operations Jul-Dec).

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Digital Printer Operator, this role uses various systems and media on wide format printers to print orders based on schedule requirements. The Digital Printer Operator will use various computer programs to print orders, perform light maintenance on printers and dryer/shakers, ensure printer quality of all orders processed, and be able to troubleshoot all technology (computer hardware, software, printers, dryer/shakers, UV printers, etc) to ensure high quality and timely delivery of orders.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Uses various software packages to prepare and print order files; able to execute process of getting artwork from different network locations in to correct software so order can be produced.
• Able to execute prints in different formats (ex transfers, wall clings, banners, UV).
• Understands production schedule and how to properly prioritize orders to ensure the orders that are due are printed in order to meet or exceed delivery date.
• Performs light printer maintenance including refilling inks, cleaning nozzles and print heads, monitoring powder level in dryer/shakers and adding when needed, draining oil from dryer/shakers and cleaning up oil at end of shift.
• Monitors quality of all printed items; looking for any issues with print quality. If an issue is discovered, reports and then troubleshoots the issue to attempt to resolve
• Accurately tracks and reports productivity, reprints and errors
• Assists in maintaining materials and supplies inventory
• May load/unload material (rolls)
• Cuts and sorts transfers; matches paperwork to transfer when required
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Basic computer skills; able to learn/use Rip softwares, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), and Google sheets
• Able to troubleshoot technical details (printer operations) and use Root cause analysis on print quality issues.
• Learn tasks quickly, be detailed, accuracy driven, personable, team oriented, and punctual with excellence in attendance.
• Candidates are required to differentiate and coordinate colors and able to identify a variety of quality issues.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical requirements include standing for long periods of time (8 hours minimally), repetitive movement of the body, lifting of no less than 5-40 lbs. on a frequent basis, 41-85lbs on an occasional basis, and must be able to tolerate working in a non-climate controlled environment (including seasonal exposure to heat and humidity). Must be able to push/pull 5-35lbs occasionally.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000 employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.