What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores?
Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance * Paid Time Off * 401(k) – 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30 days * Competitive Pay * Career Development *
Welcome to Love's: Production Operators in our corporate print shop are responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of CNC Router equipment, producing high-quality signage, displays, and custom print products using rigid plastics, aluminum, and roll materials. Operators ensure jobs are completed on schedule, consistently meeting department standards for quality and customer service. Daily equipment maintenance and workspace organization are essential.
Job Functions:
- Operation and maintain CNC Router and ancillary equipment in a print shop environment
- Prepare and setup production files in EnRoute
- Review department job tickets and managed workflow to ensure all orders are completed on time
- Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, and organized condition
- Monitor job queues and output performance to ensure projects meet quality standards
- Troubleshoot and maintain equipment to minimize downtime
- Conduct quality control checks and create hard copy proofs for internal proofing
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and product generated, utilizing internal job tickets and tracking systems
- Ensure consistency of database information, file structure and archiving
- Collaborate with print shop team members to coordinate production schedules and resolve issues
- Communicate job status and potential delays to management
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies related to equipment operation and material handling
Experience and Qualifications:
- At least 1 year experience working with digital or offset printing/finishing equipment
- Experience working with rigid and roll materials, custom finishing including packaging, mounting, and trimming
- Strong understanding of printing operation and maintenance
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in relevant software and technology
- Prior experience operating CNC Router equipment preferred, training available for qualified candidates
- Familiarity with EnRoute or similar CNC software is a plus
Skills and Physical Demands:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Keen attention to detail, ability to multi-task, strong organization skills
- Flexible and self-motivated to take on additional tasks
- Must be a team player that is detail-orientated and thorough in completing work tasks
- Ability to safely operate CNC machinery and power tools
- Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 100 pounds
- Requires normal range of hearing and vision
- Shift work is common, as is overtime in order to meet deadlines
- Adaptability to changing priorities in a print shop environment
Our Culture:
Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.
Love’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.
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