Digital Press Operator

At The Vomela Companies our greatest asset is our people. As a full-service visual communications company, we are looking for creative and intellectual thinkers that work with our customers to create compelling brand solutions and foster meaningful connections. And while you're focused on creating big things for global and local brands, we will help you build a career you can be passionate about.

Apply now to find your place at Vomela.

Job Summary

The PrePress Operator will ensure internal and external customer expectations of turn-around and quality are met in a fast-paced digital print environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience in the printing industry.
• Knowledge and experience in operating large and grand format printing machinery.
• Knowledge of operating HP and Vutek printers.
• Knowledge in dye sublimation a plus.
• Knowledge in Zund cutters a plus but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of Caldera RIP software is plus.
• Proficient computer skills MAC and PC.
• Knowledge in Adobe Illustrator plus.
• Ability to work with various tools and equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with speed and quality.
• Ability to operate multiple machines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a high focus on delivering quality prints is essential.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Fluency in English communication skills.
• Well organized, detail oriented.
• Must have good judgment of color, design, and print quality.
• Ability to accept and adapt to change, work under pressure.
• Able to work flexible hours and overtime when necessary.
• High school diploma or equivalent in experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Operate large and grand format printing machines.
• Quality Control - # of rejected pieces.
• Efficiency - # of pieces completed per hour.
• Prepare print machinery, inks, rollers, and materials.
• Adjusts machinery to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain inventory of supplies needed to operate printing.
• Troubleshoot issues during the printing process.
• Perform routine maintenance of printing machines.
• Inform supervisor about equipment or material issues.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Ripping files for digital print on large / grand format printers.
• Accurately enters time and job information into the Shop-Trak Collection System.
• Regular attendance and the ability to work overtime on short notice. Input labor hours into Shop-Trak time keeping system.
• 8 hours a day.

Physical Demands

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and push/pull 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer.