HP Digital Operator chez Edwards Label

Edwards Label is a rapidly growing, innovative packaging printer specializing in pressure-sensitive labels and flexible packaging for retail, commercial, and industrial markets. With quick turnaround times, ingenuity, and unmatched customer service, we have built a reputation as a trusted partner in our industry.

As an employer, Edwards Label fosters a collaborative culture that empowers employees to grow and reach their full potential. We operate in a unique niche of the printing industry and remain committed to training and promoting from within to support long-term career success.

Our Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation

For more information about our company, please visit: www.edwardslabel.com

Curious how labels get made at scale? Edwards Label will train you to set up, run, and dial in quality on HP Indigo digital presses.

Role Summary: Set up, run, and maintain HP digital printing equipment to produce high-quality work on schedule while meeting waste and productivity standards.

Pay: $22 to $27 per hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

Plan and set up

• Review the Job Ticket. Verify quantity, frames, repeat/footage, materials, finishing, colors, and special instructions.
• Gather and scan all required components. Confirm allocation to the job.
• If instructions or components are missing or unclear, stop and notify the Production Lead or Production Supervisor before proceeding.

Run and monitor

• Set up the press per SOPs and the Job Ticket.
• Perform make-readies and color adjustments. Run samples and secure required sign-offs before production.
• Run to the published schedule and priority list.
• ​​​​​​​Monitor quality continuously and adjust as needed to meet customer specifications.

Document and control

• Record times, footage, waste, and downtime in the iPad interface.
• Complete required QC forms and product-specific tests.
• Isolate and quarantine nonconforming material. Tag, document, and report to the Production Lead or Production Supervisor.
• ​​​​​​​Perform a complete line clearance at the end of every order to prevent intermixed product.

Maintain and improve

• Perform routine preventive maintenance. Resolve minor mechanical issues and escalate major problems to the Production Lead or Production Supervisor.
• Keep the press area clean and orderly.
• Complete required training on schedule. Share know-how to support training efforts when requested.
• ​​​​​​​Work overtime when required with prior approval. Working overtime without prior approval or repeatedly refusing scheduled overtime violates company policy.

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills. Comfortable using scanners, tablets, and production software.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials as needed.

Preferred

• 6 to 12 months operating experience on HP digital presses.
• Experience with pressure-sensitive labels or flexible packaging.
• ​​​​​​​Familiarity with color management practices.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Physical Demands

• Stand and walk for most of the shift.
• Bend, reach, grasp, and handle materials and components.
• Lift and carry up to 35 lb unassisted.
• 40 lb or more lifted or moved with team assistance or mechanical aids.
• Push or pull materials on carts or pallet jacks using proper technique.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Edwards Label is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Applicants who need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

Pre-employment drug screening required.