Digital Press Operator

Digital Press Operator

BigFoot Staffing is excited to offer a Temp-to-Hire Digital Press Operator position. Once you apply, we'll reach out to schedule a time to talk more about this opportunity.

Pay Range: $20+/hr

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | Day and Swing Shifts Available

Location: Lake Oswego, OR

Industry: Manufacturing / Digital Printing & Label Production

Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Digital Press Operator to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for producing high-quality labels that meet customer specifications while operating and maintaining digital printing equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has previous printing press experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to producing consistent, high-quality products. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with advanced digital printing technology while contributing to a quality-focused production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate digital printing presses to produce labels that meet customer specifications and quality standards
• Read and interpret job tickets, production orders, and work instructions
• Load print jobs into the digital press and prepare materials for production
• Fill ink systems and ensure proper ink supply throughout production
• Start and operate printing equipment
• Run approval samples and verify print quality before full production
• Inspect printed labels throughout production for defects and quality issues
• Make machine adjustments to maintain color consistency, registration, and overall print quality
• Enter production information including labor, materials, and job completion data into the job management system
• Maintain accurate inventory usage records
• Communicate production changes, job updates, and equipment issues to supervisors promptly
• Report equipment malfunctions to minimize production downtime
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance on printing equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company quality assurance and safety procedures

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum three years of manufacturing or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience operating a printing press required
• Digital press experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to read and interpret production documents and job specifications
• Basic math skills
• Ability to accurately read rulers, scales, and precision measuring devices
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with production teams
• Dependable attendance and strong organizational skills

Preferred Backgrounds

• Digital printing
• Label manufacturing
• Commercial printing
• Packaging production
• Industrial machine operation
• Manufacturing production environments

Work Environment

• Manufacturing production facility
• Fast-paced digital printing environment
• Standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent interaction with printing equipment, inks, and production materials
• Team-oriented workplace focused on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs, with or without mechanical assistance
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the workday
• Ability to perform repetitive production tasks
• Strong manual dexterity for equipment setup and machine adjustments
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required
• Comfortable working around industrial printing equipment and production machinery

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Stable full-time position with long-term career opportunities
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development, including vendor-sponsored training programs
• Opportunity to work with advanced digital printing technology
• Team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Comprehensive benefits package available

If you have experience operating digital printing equipment and enjoy producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for the Digital Press Operator position!

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