Digital Press Operator, Online

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners?  We are 100% employee owned!  Smartpress is a fast-growing online printing service, disrupting the traditional printing industry one innovation at a time. Our customers love us (seriously, google Smartpress reviews) and we love them right back, providing an easy online experience, high-quality printed products and world-class customer service. Not to mention our commitment to eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials (“smart” is in our name, after all).

We are looking for a Press Operator to join our team Smartpress team in Duncan, South Carolina. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world-class products to our customers. You’ll be part of a talented production group operating a new fleet of HP Indigo presses. This is a clean, fun, demanding environment. In this job, you will review the electronic customer files and layouts containing the necessary components from the Smartpress designer. You will also ensure prepress operations have been completed with regard to checking the files prior to printing. Print operations include loading paper, removing finished products from the press and daily press maintenance. Applicant Talents/Skills Production experience preferred sharp eye for detail/quality.

Shifts available: This position follows a rotating schedule of three 12-hour shifts (6 AM - 6 PM), alternating every 4 months between Monday-Wednesday and Thursday-Saturday.

A variety of these traits will help land you this job. If you have:

• a high school diploma or GED
• experience operating small or large format press equipment, preferred. 
• the ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• HP Indigo press experience 

On top of that you must:

• pay close attention to details on every project
• have basic computer skills
• be self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage your own work
• have the ability to work independently, make decisions and solve moderate level problems independently, effectively and creatively
• complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting company quality standards
• apply effective time management and self-management skills
• understand and maintain the confidential nature of company, employee and customer information
• flourish in a team-oriented environment
• have a positive attitude always
• can handle change in stride
• adaptable to a fast-paced environment

In this position you'll:

• ensure that files and layouts contain the necessary components, and have been signed off by the designer and prepress operations to ensure quality file resolution.
• prepare and check files to assure that they are printable.
• ensures files are imposed and stepped up to maximize yield of specified substrate and print device.
• print files once all quality checks have been completed in accordance to the specifications on the job ticket.
• follow all company protocols and procedures according to company standards.
• perform miscellaneous projects and tasks as requested by management

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.  Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization 
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyalty to both our customers and teams
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done
• able to volunteer with a willing heart in other areas when your specific area is slow

TBG Overview:

• We're a 900-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full-time position in Duncan, SC

The Art of Teams at TBG: 

We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process.  We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail.  It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider. 

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.

Thanks!
Smartpress, the Online Division of The Bernard Group, Inc.