Equipment Operator

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Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is looking for an Equipment Operator I to join our production team. In this role, you will prepare and operate printing press equipment according to job specifications, company quality standards, and production procedures. This is a hands-on position for someone who is mechanically inclined, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced print production environment.

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: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare and operate printing press equipment according to job specifications and company quality standards.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on equipment to support optimum output.
• Prepare inks for proper color and consistency.
• Check paper for type, size, color, and quantity.
• Check plates for correct format.
• Visually inspect forms throughout the run to ensure quality standards are met.
• Coordinate with the production team to prioritize jobs and adjust as needed for deadline changes or updates.
• Maintain knowledge of safety requirements for the job and equipment.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and aligned with safety and production standards.

You Must Have:

• Ability to set adjustable mechanisms to required tolerances.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good reading ability.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to work accurately in a production environment.

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 25+ pounds, including lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying.

We Would Also Prefer:

• Ability to work with very close tolerances.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good color discernment.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $17.75 - $18.00. 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 employees.

About Taylor Corporation
One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 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.