The Title:
Production Operator
The Role:
We’re looking for a highly motivated and conscientious individual to join our Production Team on 2nd shift (M-TH 1:45-11:15 p.m. and F 1:45-5:45 p.m.). You will be responsible for operating production machinery and equipment within the manufacturing area to produce high-quality custom-printed packaging for our customers. The ideal candidate strives to be productive, engages in open communication, and enjoys finding solutions through collaboration.
The Production Operator plays a vital role in our company’s ability to exceed expectations and provide a superb customer experience, critical to Sttark's success built on a foundation of customer obsession and innovation. This position requires the ability to cross-train and work quickly while maintaining high-quality standards. You will be a part of a dynamic team that seeks to achieve operational excellence within the assigned production area.
This position offers excellent career potential as we continue to grow our national footprint. Fantastic benefits, including up to a 7% 401(k) match, shift differential pay, generous paid time off, and health insurance, make our overall compensation at the top for this role!
Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Collaborate with other team members to solicit and share process improvements and drive efficiencies and cost savings
Meet objectives and metrics for quality, productivity, and customer experience
Follows directions to meet goals and expectations
Ensures minimal mistakes or flaws
Troubleshoot and make machine adjustments
Complete daily and weekly maintenance tasks as needed
Support other production areas when required to maintain workflow and efficiency
Basic Qualifications:
At least one year of experience in production/manufacturing
Detailed-oriented
Candidates must be flexible
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in print production to include press or converter operation
Ability to analyze and solve issues
Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift
Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate production machinery, tools, and equipment
Ability to safely operate and monitor production machinery within the manufacturing environment
Ability to lift, move, and handle materials up to 50 lbs frequently, occasionally more with assistance
Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements as required by production tasks
Ability to visually inspect materials and finished products for quality and accuracy
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels
Personal Qualities:
Exhibits excellent judgment
Has relentlessly high standards
Open-minded and willing to learn
Wants to have fun at work
Results-oriented
Commitment to operational excellence
Our Hiring Process:
Apply online, carefully answering all of the questions you are asked
Attend a 10-minute video interview
Attend an in-person tour and interview discussion
Get hired
*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties or responsibilities.*
Read LessTitle:
Digital Prepress Technician
Role:
We're looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Digital Prepress Technician to join our Graphics Team. In this role, you will use industry-leading graphics and prepress software to prepare customer-supplied artwork for high-quality printing across labels, folding cartons, and flexible packaging. This is a technical prepress position focused on artwork implementation, file preparation, proofing, and print compliance.
The ideal candidate enjoys working with precision, solving technical file and artwork challenges, and collaborating with customers and internal teams to ensure packaging artwork meets print and production requirements. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional quality and accuracy.
The Digital Prepress Technician plays a critical role in delivering the outstanding customer experience that drives Sttark's success. As part of our Graphics Team, you will ensure customer artwork is accurately prepared, approved, and released for printing while supporting efficient, scalable, and standardized graphics workflows.
You'll be part of a dynamic, growing team committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation, with opportunities for professional development and career growth as we continue to expand our national footprint.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including up to a 7% 401(k) match, generous PTO, and comprehensive health benefits, making our total compensation among the best in the industry.
Strategic Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Review and apply order requirements, customer specifications, and production standards to packaging artwork files.Prepare accurate, print-ready artwork using Adobe Creative Suite and related prepress software.Create and modify packaging artwork for labels, folding cartons, and flexible packaging using customer-provided artwork, branding, and product information.Generate and distribute proofs, coordinate artwork revisions and approvals, and communicate artwork requirements with customers and internal teams.Identify and resolve artwork, file, and prepress issues independently and in collaboration with internal teams.Release approved artwork files for production in accordance with established procedures.Maintain accurate records of artwork revisions, approvals, customer communications, and order changes.Follow graphics standard operating procedures (SOPs) and utilize templates, AI tools, and standardized workflows to deliver high-quality work efficiently and accurately.Support Sttark's vision, principles, and customer-first culture through responsive and professional graphics support.Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.Experience using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat.Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.Ability to analyze and solve problems while exercising sound judgment.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Communications or a related fieldExperience in prepress, packaging graphics, labels, printing, or related industries.Experience preparing print-ready artwork files.Knowledge of packaging artwork, proofing, and print production processes.Personal Qualities:
Exhibits excellent judgmentHas relentlessly high standardsOpen-minded and willing to learnWants to have fun at workResults-orientedCommitment to operational excellenceOur Hiring Process:
Apply online, carefully answering all of the questions you are askedAttend a 10-minute video call meet and greetAttend a 60-minute in-person tour and interview discussionGet hired Read Less