Digital Press Operator

Digital Press Operator – Publishers’ Graphics

Earth City, Missouri

It’s not just print, it’s a passion. Since 1996, family-owned Publishers’ Graphics has been an industry leader in book manufacturing, offering customers options for short run, high quality books made with top-of-the-line equipment. Now, more than a quarter of a century later, PG is the go-to source for Print-On-Demand and short-run book production manufactured efficiently, sustainably, and with the highest standards of quality.

With manufacturing plants in three states and a new facility in Canada, combined with carefully cultivated partnerships across Europe, PG’s global reach is fueling growth in our customer base and production needs, and we are looking to add a team player with a great work ethic, positive attitude, willingness to learn and the desire to be part of company that has successfully navigated the changes in the print industry for decades. If you work hard, set high standards for your work, appreciate your hard work being recognized and rewarded, and want opportunities for growth and learning, PG wants to talk to you!

Our Earth City, Missouri plant is hiring a 1^st shift Production – Digital Press Operator. As a Digital Press Operator, you are responsible for operating the digital printing presses that produce the covers and the pages for our books, ensuring proper operation of the machines and quality control of completed print jobs.

As a Digital Press Operator, you will:

·        Read and understand job specifics from customer coded print tickets and set up the machines according to the specifications

·        Monitor machine performance and adjust as needed to maintain quality standards

·        Perform basic troubleshooting, such as clearing jams/misfeeds, and place service calls when needed

·        Perform basic maintenance, such as changing out toners and wiping off sensors

·        You will work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members and leadership to meet our production and quality standards safely and accurately

As a Digital Press Operator, you have:

·        Digital Press, Commercial Print (or similar machines) experience required (Ricoh, Canon/Oce = )

·        Mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity for making small measurements, and the ability to differentiate colors

·        High degrees of attention to detail and accuracy; flexible, open and willing to learn new processes

·        Experience with (or the ability to learn) reading customer-specific work orders and instructions

·        Punctuality, reliability, with excellent time-management and organizational skills

·        Full mobility to handle long periods of standing, lifting and handling heavy materials as needed

Employees of Publishers’ Graphics receive competitive pay and benefits packages, paid time off, paid company holidays, and plenty of opportunities for growth and development – all in a fun, inclusive environment!

Publishers’ Graphics St. Louis, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and committed to treating all applicants with dignity and respect. Applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital, veteran or disability status. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to all individuals with disabilities throughout the application, interviewing, and employment process.