Press Operator

Join Our Team at Taylor Corporation

Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're in this for the long haul.

Ready to build a career? It's time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity

Taylor Corporation is looking for a Press / Print Operating Technician to join the team in Duluth, GA.

Your Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large-format digital printing equipment, including the EFI Nozomi, according to job specifications.
• Review work orders and verify stock, artwork, color requirements, and production quantities before beginning each job.
• Initiate and run jobs according to the production schedule.
• Monitor print quality throughout production, including color consistency, registration, image quality, and overall accuracy against specifications.
• Identify print defects, press alarms, and mechanical issues and take prompt action to correct problems or involve Maintenance when needed.
• Perform daily startup, shutdown, routine maintenance, and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Complete roll or sheet changes while minimizing downtime and material waste.
• Meet established standards for output, uptime, waste, spoilage, and quality.
• Maintain accurate production logs, quality documentation, and equipment maintenance records.
• Coordinate with Prepress, Scheduling, Maintenance, and Finishing to keep jobs moving through production.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and proper chemical handling.

Your Shift

1st Shift; Monday - Friday

You Must Have

• 2+ years of experience operating digital or commercial printing equipment
• Previous experience operating a large-format digital press
• Experience with color management, registration, and print quality inspection
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
• Ability to read and understand production work orders and technical specifications
• Basic computer skills for production software, job tracking, and reporting
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and work effectively with other departments
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work within production deadlines

Requirements Within This Position

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand
• Regularly required to remain in a stationary position
• Constantly operates machinery and handles products, including print materials
• Frequently required to move inside the facility
• Regularly move up to 50 pounds by lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying
• Ability to stand for extended periods

We Would Also Prefer

• Experience with HP Indigo, HP PageWide, Durst, or similar large-format digital printing equipment
• Experience with corrugated packaging or POP display manufacturing
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S workplace organization

About Taylor Corporation One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world's most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.