What are the responsibilities and job description for the Print Operator- afternoon shift position at American Direct Sales?
About American Direct Sales
American Direct Sales is a print service provider dedicated to quality and customer service. ADS partners with artists, photographers, local businesses, non-profits, and several large print-on-demand companies to print and manufacture various print items. Our products include unique, personalized wall art, photo prints and decor, printed gift items, signage, marketing materials, and more. Every day, we strive to fulfill customer promises and build new relationships. The culture at American Direct Sales Inc. is supportive and motivating, bringing out the best service from our team.
Zund & Print Operator Job Description
The Zund & Print Operator is an integral member of the printing and production team and is responsible for setting up and operating equipment, performing routine maintenance, and producing finish-cut products to match job specs within quality standards and deadlines. The primary responsibility of the Digital Print & Zund Operator is converting materials using the Zund digital cutter. The secondary responsibility is prepping, sending, and printing files using digital printers.
This is a regular, full-time hourly position. Work hours are 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm Monday through Friday. Depending on business volume and demands, overtime, including occasional weekends, may be required periodically. The Digital Print & Zund Operator reports to the Print & Production Manager.
Responsibilities
- Review workflow and plan cut jobs to maximize operating efficiencies across departments.
- Cut print jobs and other materials per order specifications, creating cut files as needed.
- Route out sign jobs on a variety of substrates.
- Verify quality meets expectations as a job is running to minimize waste.
- Take initiative to troubleshoot issues with hardware, software, and cutting tools.
- Match output to order tickets with extreme accuracy.
- Communicate with the supervisor and other necessary stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.
- Perform general cleaning & maintenance on equipment; and maintain a safe & clean work environment.
- Support Dock & Conversion team during downtime by performing other tasks as assigned, including but not limited to running paper chopper, band saw, orbital sander, etc.
Education, Qualifications, and Requirements
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- At least two years’ experience operating a Zund or similar cutting machine.
- Extensive knowledge of software, hardware, file setup, tools, and accessories for Zund digital cutter or similar
- Must have a keen eye for minor imperfections and excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrates problem-solving and decision-making skills that benefit business operations.
- Able to multitask and highly self-motivated.
- Digital and/or wide format printing experience a plus
- Must be able to work overtime and weekends as dictated by demand.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for the entirety of an 8-hour shift.
EEO Statement
American Direct Sales is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. American Direct Sales makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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