What are the responsibilities and job description for the Single Color Printer position at Koozie Group?
Have you ever seen a Koozie with the name of your favorite band or performer at a concert? Have you ever seen a pen, a magnet, a calendar, a vacuum sealed tumbler, an award, a grocery bag, a ceramic mug, a backpack or duffel bag with a company logo or slogan? If you have, you very well may have seen products manufactured or decorated/imprinted by the amazing team at Koozie Group. We are the behind the scenes company producing swag and promotional products for our customers. We have amazing brands and products, some of which are, Koozie™, BIC®, Triumph®, myCharge®, HoMedics®, Cocoon®, Leatherman® and more….and we want you to join our Koozie Group Family!
Our Manufacturing Printers are Customer Obsessed and strive to exceed customer expectations with every order. our Printers support manufacturing processes by completing the following tasks: reviewing the manufacturing order to ensure machine set up is complete for correct placement and color set-up for the brand, inspecting parts and materials prior to use, implementing the best practices in manufacturing processes, maintaining organization of orders and area, completing production reporting and daily paperwork including quantity, quality, downtime, scrap and related information, attention to details, time management, effective communication, and computer competencies.
Our ideal Printer is awesome at the following:
- Strong desire to help and take ownership on seeing things through
- Curious, with a desire to always learn more, including strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently with minimal supervision
- Effectively communicates, both written and verbally
- Troubleshoot basic and routine manufacturing issues
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly
- Identifying issues and improving the efficiency of the operation.
Responsibilities:
- Efficiently operate semi-automated printing machines to print multiple imprints on multiple products, inspect product to ensure quality then pack finished goods to ensure order accuracy and meet customer expectations.
- Measures, centers, aligns and positions screens for proper operation
- Examines product for ink smears, position of design, print clarity, color accuracy or other defects and adjusts equipment accordingly
- Ensures that the proper supplies are being used for printing
- Must be able to read, understand and follow Manufacturing Orders to make sure orders are printed according to specifications (quality, accuracy and layout)
- May package product for shipping, making sure proper box size and packing procedures are followed and ensuring that only products meeting quality standards are packed to ship to our customers
- Changes tooling to accommodate the product to be printed
- Monitors pre-treatment process for proper adhesion
- Monitors automatic feeding systems for maximum output
- Completes reporting and necessary daily paperwork as instructed, including production log of quantity produced, scrap and related information
- Performs preventive maintenance duties, such as daily cleaning and lubricating.
- Maintains a clean and neat work area
- Actively participates in and supports teamwork and continuous process improvement.
- Demonstrates flexibility and commitment through cross training and helping other departments consistent with business needs
- Performs duties safely and in accordance with company safety policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested by supervisor/management.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent education
- At least 18 years of age or older
- Previous printing or mamachine operating experience highly preferred
- Understand basic manufacturing process
- Able to work with multiple priorities and people
- Maintain inventory storage in a clean, orderly manner
- Strong attention to detail, organization and time management skills
- Ability to professionally communicate and work with others
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 10 pounds consistently to package an prepare product for shipping.
- Must be able to reach, bend, twist, grasp and stand for long periods of time.
- Must have color acuity to identify and distinguish colors.
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to Keep the Good Going, you will find your way at Koozie Group.
Koozie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Koozie Group also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Koozie Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
