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Production Associate (Print)

First Systems and Resources, Inc
Charlottesville, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Production Associate (Printer) works in coordination with the Printer to ensure that jobs move smoothly through the printing process and transfer correctly to the production floor.  Once on the production floor, they work with the Production Manager to plan and prioritize work on the production floor. The Production Associate (Printer) cross-trains on equipment and learns all aspects of post-print production. The associate reads job tickets to identify printing needs and the steps needed to take a print job a finished product.  The custom printing and mailing industries rely on precise details so the Production Associate (Printer) must have an eye for detail; the ability to notice and correct tiny inconsistencies between pieces; and absolutely ensure consistency between a job ticket and a finished product.  This position has the opportunity for increasing responsibilities and advancement toward the role of Printer Assistant, should business needs and employee performance support that.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following :

Production (estimated 65%)

  • Read job tickets and consult with the Production Manager to determine the steps needed to transform large-format pages to their finished form.
  • Utilize print finishing equipment such as folding, cutting, and binding machines to produce jobs according to job tickets.
  • Perform final quality assurance / quality control inspections to ensure the finished product matches the job ticket before it goes to the final packaging step(s).
  • Operate direct mail production equipment such as inserting machines, postage meters, and commercial inkjet printers.
  • Assist in the maintenance of all equipment by :

Performing scheduled preventative maintenance.

  • Notifying Production Manager of any need for parts, supplies, or outside service on machinery.
  • Troubleshooting equipment according to user manuals and / or established protocols.
  • Maintain work area through accurate use of recycling programs and cleaning protocols.
  • Print (estimated 35%)

  • Prepare completed print jobs to move from the printer to mail production.
  • Perform basic maintenance tasks on the printer, such as changing consumables, reloading paper, clearing jams, and running color calibration.
  • Read Purchase Orders to identify paper type and machine for each job.
  • Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

    Required

  • Aged eighteen (18) or over.
  • Able to understand, implement, and respond to written and verbal communication in English.
  • Able to work independently when provided with a written schedule.
  • Highly proficient in Windows based computer applications.
  • Proficient in arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
  • Familiar with design software (ex : Adobe Suite).
  • Familiar with laser printer function and terminology.
  • Aptitude for light mechanical work.
  • Interest in learning large format digital printing and / or data processing.
  • Preferred

  • Familiar with one or more of the following programs : Fiery, Adobe Acrobat, Xetex Xebra, DataPac, eSmart-Mail, Jet Letter.
  • Familiar with high-speed digital printers (Ricoh highly preferred)
  • Familiar with USPS mail classes and standards.
  • Familiar with operation of any of the following print finishing or lettershop equipment : folder, cutter, tabber, inserter, strapper, glue machine, inkjet printer (other than home printers), streamfeeder, and similar.
  • Prior quality assurance / quality control experience.
  • Physical Demands and Work Environment

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

  • Able to operate machinery at both seated and standing work heights.
  • Able to regularly lift and carry up to thirty-five (35) pounds throughout the workday.
  • Able to push / pull handcarts, skid steers, and / or battery operate pallet jacks,
  • Able to perform repetitive fine motor tasks, such as separating individual sheets of paper and applying adhesive stickers.
  • While some production equipment generates bursts of noise, the work environment is comparable to a normal office noise level.

    The work area is indoors in a warehouse type building with smooth concrete floors. The lights, heating, and air conditioning are centrally controlled.

    Production activities produce dust and small paper debris.

    Compensation and Benefits

    This position is full-time, non-exempt (hourly) and pay begins at $16 per hour.

    All full-time employees receive paid time off (PTO). New employees accrue PTO based on hours worked, approximately 15 days per year. There are 8 paid holidays.

    All full-time employees are eligible to participate in health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance after 90 days of employment. Some health plans allow participation in an HSA plan. Most employees are eligible to participate in the company sponsored 401(k) plan after one year of employment.

    Work hours are normally 6 : 00am to 3 : 00pm, with some flexibility possible. There is one hour of unpaid break time per day.

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