Print Operator II

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Job Title: Print Production Specialist

Job Summary

The Print Production Specialist operates and supports the equipment and processes within an assigned print production pod while developing the knowledge, technical skills, and judgment required to achieve mastery of that pod. This position is responsible for producing quality work according to the master production schedule, meeting established production and delivery expectations, mentoring and leading student employees in daily operations and BYU’s dual heritage, and communicating operational needs.

What you'll do in this role:

Pod Ownership and Advanced Print Production Operations

• •The Print Specialist 2 has primary day-to-day ownership of production execution within the assigned Level 2 pod while continuing to develop full mastery of the pod’s equipment, processes, and production requirements. The position is accountable for ensuring scheduled work is completed accurately, efficiently, on time, and at established production levels.
• •Develops proficiency and increasing independence across the equipment and processes within the assigned pod. Operates, monitors, and supports equipment for which the employee has been trained and authorized, while seeking appropriate guidance for unfamiliar, highly technical, or complex operations. Responsibilities may include operating industrial digital presses from manufacturers such as Canon, HP, Ricoh, and others, as well as automated finishing, binding, converting, and embellishment equipment from manufacturers such as Muller Martini, Standard Horizon, and others. Equipment may include cut-stack lines, plow folders, stitching systems, perfect binders, cutters, three-knife equipment, laminators, coaters, foil and embellishment systems, and related production equipment. Specific equipment assignments may change as technology, equipment, and department needs evolve.
• •Follows the master production schedule and executes assigned work according to job tickets, production specifications, quality standards, and established procedures. Does not independently change job priorities or schedules but is responsible for communicating schedule risks, capacity concerns, material needs, equipment issues, staffing needs, and other barriers promptly.
• •Demonstrates continued progress toward mastery of the assigned pod and accepts coaching, training, and feedback necessary to achieve the knowledge, technical ability, judgment, and independence expected of a fully mastered Level 2 pod.

Technical Setup, Troubleshooting, and Quality Control

• •Performs technical equipment setup, makeready, adjustments, changeovers, and in-process monitoring for assigned pod equipment within established training and authorization. Seeks assistance and uses available resources when issues exceed current training or experience.
• •Performs detailed quality inspections for color, registration, alignment, cutting, folding, binding, stitching, coating, embellishment, and overall finished-product quality. Identifies defects, performs routine corrections within established procedures, monitors rework, and places work on hold when additional inspection or direction is needed.
• •Takes timely corrective action when production, quality, or equipment problems arise. Escalates issues that require additional technical or management support and learns from troubleshooting outcomes to increase future independence and pod mastery.

Scheduled Workflow, Materials, and Continuous Improvement

• •Coordinates the execution of scheduled work within the assigned pod without changing the master production schedule. Organizes available equipment, trained employees, student assignments, materials, and approved processes to complete assigned jobs effectively, seeking guidance when needed.
• •Identifies opportunities to gang jobs together, reduce paper or material changes, improve equipment utilization, reduce waste and rework, and improve workflow. Provides recommendations to the Master Scheduler and department leaders when process or schedule improvements may be appropriate.
• •Selects and prepares appropriate substrates, consumables, tooling, and finishing materials in accordance with job requirements and established procedures. Communicates job status, production progress, capacity, material needs, delays, and schedule risks to appropriate leaders.
• •Participates in Lean, 5S, standard-work, and continuous-improvement activities and applies learned improvements to daily pod operations.

Student Leadership, Mentoring, and BYU Mission

• •Provides daily leadership, direction, training, coaching, and mentoring to student employees assigned to the pod. Ensures students are properly trained and supported in the safe and effective execution of assigned work, using available resources and seeking assistance when additional support is needed.
• •Teaches students equipment operation, production procedures, quality expectations, safety practices, problem-solving, professionalism, productivity, and business operations. Monitors student work, provides feedback, corrects performance concerns within established authority, and communicates additional concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• •Leads by example in following production schedules, meeting quality and productivity expectations, maintaining professional conduct, and communicating operational needs. Continues developing the knowledge and leadership skills necessary to independently train and support students across the full scope of the assigned pod.
• •Serves as a positive role model and supports students’ professional, personal, and spiritual development. Helps students understand and participate in BYU’s dual heritage of faith and learning through a Christ-centered work environment bu