Equipment Operator - Entry Level

Start a new career with us Benefits Start Day 1 1,000 New Hire Incentive! Taylor is proud to now offer "DailyPay". With "DailyPay", you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! 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 DM Brands , a Taylor Corporation company, is looking for an Equipment Operator to join our team in Amsterdam, NY to run the Kornit Atlas Max direct-to-garment apparel printer. Work Authorization : To be considered for Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. Your Shift: 1st Shift; Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm Your Responsibilities Operate the Kornit Atlas Max DTG printer to produce decorated apparel per work order, schedule, and standard procedures. Load/unload garments, verify blank style/size/color, and ensure correct job is produced to the approved artwork/specs. Start, monitor, and complete print runs; watch for defects and maintain consistent output during production. Perform in-process quality checks and document results; escalate quality concerns quickly. Accurately complete required production reporting (counts, scrap, reprints, downtime notes) in the appropriate system or log. Follow standardized work instructions, checklists, and quality standards to ensure repeatable results. Verify print placement, color appearance, and overall finish meets customer requirements before releasing product downstream. Maintain clean, organized work area (5S mindset) to support quality and safety. Perform routine daily/shift maintenance (cleaning, inspections, and basic upkeep) per posted procedures; keep the printer area "audit ready." Monitor and support ink/consumable readiness (levels, refills/changes as trained) and handle waste disposal per safety/environmental requirements. Identify printer issues early; complete basic troubleshooting as trained and escalate to Maintenance/Engineering when needed. Use required PPE and comply with all site safety requirements at all times. Coordinate with supervisors, prepress/art, and downstream operations to keep orders moving and minimize rework. Communicate downtime, defects, and material constraints clearly so the team can react quickly. You Must Have Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Comfortable learning to operate production equipment under the direction of trained operators/technicians. Basic computer skills (open/close jobs, enter production counts, follow on-screen instructions). Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with a strong focus on safety and quality. 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 (lift, push, pull and/or carry) We Would Also Prefer Experience in manufacturing, printing, apparel decoration, or production environments. Familiarity with inks/pigments, basic color/print concepts, or print quality inspection. Mechanical aptitude and interest in troubleshooting equipment issues. Training & Onboarding Structured on-the-job training provided for: printer operation, quality standards, routine maintenance, safety/PPE, and basic troubleshooting. (Role is intended for an entry-level hire to build skills through training and experience.) The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $16.00. The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employee. 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. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. 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. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Taylor Corporation