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Join the Collins Company Team
Collins Company is a leading nationwide manufacturer of custom athletic facility products, including windscreens, netting, protective padding, and large-format graphics. We partner with schools, universities, municipalities, contractors, and professional sports organizations across the United States.
We are seeking a skilled Print Operator who takes pride in producing high-quality work, enjoys solving mechanical challenges, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Position Summary
The Print Operator / Print Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of our EFI large-format printers while ensuring consistent print quality and maximizing equipment uptime. This position requires a mechanically inclined individual with strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and efficiency.
Equipment
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate EFI large-format printers safely and efficiently to meet production schedules.
- Perform daily preventative maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of printing equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and print-quality issues.
- Diagnose and perform repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
- Monitor color accuracy, print quality, and production consistency.
- Load, unload, and handle large media rolls and printing materials safely.
- Work closely with the Graphics, Production, and Shipping departments to meet customer deadlines.
- Maintain accurate production records and report equipment issues promptly.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with company safety standards.
- Recommend improvements to increase equipment reliability, efficiency, and print quality.
- Follow all company safety policies and operating procedures.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience operating large-format digital printing equipment.
- Experience operating EFI VUTEk printers strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing large-format printing equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose equipment problems.
- Knowledge of color management, media handling, and print production processes.
- Ability to read work orders and prioritize multiple production tasks.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a team environment.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and safety conscious.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
- Safely handle large rolls of media and finished products.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around moving equipment.
Why Join Collins Company?
- Competitive hourly pay: $21.00 per hour (Negotiable based on experience)
- Stable, full-time employment
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading large-format printing equipment
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- EFI 32R Wide Format: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
