{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fc5edec7a3fccfcb207ae271","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fc5edec7a3fccfcb207ae271","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fc5edec7a3fccfcb207ae271","title":"Machine Operator  Imaging Lines","description":"Description:Why you will enjoy working with Diamond:\r\nCompetitive weekly pay\r\nGreat health benefits include Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, HSA and FSA options, a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, a 529CollegeSavings Plan, and Life Benefits\r\nEmployer contributions to an HSA\r\nA close-knit team environment\r\nMonthly staff appreciation drawings, quarterly stafflunches and annual holiday events\r\nPaid time off and holidays to promote a work-life balance\r\nA clean and safe working manufacturing environment\r\nTemperature and humidity-controlled environment\r\nCasual dress code, free company shirts\r\nPaid meal and rest breaks\r\nReferral bonuses\r\nVolunteer overtime opportunities\r\nShift Differential available for 2nd shiftJob Summary:The Imaging Line Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment used in the manufacturing of plastic cards. This role ensures that all machinery runs efficiently, safely, and in compliance with quality standards. The operator will monitor production output, identify and troubleshoot issues, and make necessary adjustments to equipment and processes. A strong focus on accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to production schedules is essential. This position requires collaboration with team members across departments to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:\r\nReads, understands, and accurately follows Job Ticket Instructions\r\nCompletes first card sign off, beginning of shift card and data checks\r\nConfirm job duties with production assistants at their stations; provide verbal instructions on tasks that may need to be performed differently, ensure full understanding of expectations\r\nVerify product meets customer specifications\r\nDuring production, periodically check the quality of the products ensuring they meet customer expectations and check for defects\r\nUpon completion of task and/or job, fill out paperwork completely and remove task and/or job fromEFI Program\r\nClean the staging area and remove any products from the previous job and record waste\r\nNear the end of shift, stage line for next shift i.e. Trays, masters, boxes, products\r\nMaintain cleanliness of the production line\r\nCommunicate efficiently and effectively with Production Supervisor, Data Processing, Maintenance and Management teams\r\nCapable of changing out line materials, i.e. labels, ink.\r\nAdheres to all safety rules, regulations and company policies\r\nOther duties as assigned\r\nLevel 2 Operator: Additional responsibilities:\r\nDevelops basic troubleshooting skills, including feeder & belt adjustments, general machine upkeep, and resolving software issues\r\nCapable of identifying quality issues and implementing prompt corrective actions\r\nWorks independently with minimal supervision\r\nSets up and adjusts layouts to align with data proofs\r\nDiagnoses and resolves production errors; performs proper start-up and shutdown procedures, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained for any changes made\r\nLevel 3 Operator:Additional responsibilities:\r\nCapable of operating any job, regardless of complexity and ensure it meets the desired production rates\r\nRequires minimal supervision to run Imaging line\r\nMaintain a thorough and in-depth knowledge of Imaging machine functions and production processes\r\nTroubleshoot basic issues and offer support to Imagining Technicians on more complex problems\r\nProactively engages with the production team to minimize downtime\r\nExhibits strong leadership abilities with peers and production assistants\r\nQualified to train and mentor other Imaging operators\r\nCollaborate with Leads, Supervisors and other Senior leaders to implement process improvementsRequirements:\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required\r\nMinimum two (2) years experience of inkjet/imaging experience\r\nProficiency in job database software and general PC navigation, including screens and menus\r\nDemonstrates sufficient computer skills to make machine adjustments based on product specifications\r\nAbility to exhibit sound judgment and decision-making ability\r\nHigh level of attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and task completion\r\nStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment\r\nAbility to read and write in English to understand work instructions and complete required documentation and communicateeffectively with team\r\nReliable, dependable, and punctual with a consistent work ethic\r\nAbility to follow both written and verbal instructions, including prioritized task lists\r\nFlexibility and willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as needed\r\nAdditional Preferred Qualifications:\r\nUnderstanding of delivery system equipment, including belts, timing mechanisms, sensors, vacuums, and shingling\r\nKnowledge of ink change procedures, purge processes, and diagnosing print defects\r\nKnowledge of physical encode unit setup (e.g., belts, read/write heads) and data encoding setup (e.g., data positioning, start sentinel, amplitude)Compensation details:22-26 Hourly WagePI01f8928c6e04-26289-40112943","company":"Diamond Graphics","rawCompany":"diamond graphics","city":"Bloomington","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-07-03T01:11:30.945Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9151.00","title":"Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators","slug":"photographic-process-workers-and-processing-machine-operators"},{"code":"43-9071.00","title":"Office Machine Operators, Except Computer","slug":"office-machine-operators-except-computer"},{"code":"51-5112.00","title":"Printing Press Operators","slug":"printing-press-operators"}],"industries":[{"code":"323111","title":"Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)","slug":"commercial-printing-except-screen-and-books"},{"code":"621512","title":"Diagnostic Imaging Centers","slug":"diagnostic-imaging-centers"},{"code":"323120","title":"Support Activities for Printing","slug":"support-activities-for-printing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Machine Operator  Imaging Lines","description":"Description:Why you will enjoy working with Diamond:\r\nCompetitive weekly pay\r\nGreat health benefits include Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, HSA and FSA options, a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, a 529CollegeSavings Plan, and Life Benefits\r\nEmployer contributions to an HSA\r\nA close-knit team environment\r\nMonthly staff appreciation drawings, quarterly stafflunches and annual holiday events\r\nPaid time off and holidays to promote a work-life balance\r\nA clean and safe working manufacturing environment\r\nTemperature and humidity-controlled environment\r\nCasual dress code, free company shirts\r\nPaid meal and rest breaks\r\nReferral bonuses\r\nVolunteer overtime opportunities\r\nShift Differential available for 2nd shiftJob Summary:The Imaging Line Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment used in the manufacturing of plastic cards. This role ensures that all machinery runs efficiently, safely, and in compliance with quality standards. The operator will monitor production output, identify and troubleshoot issues, and make necessary adjustments to equipment and processes. A strong focus on accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to production schedules is essential. This position requires collaboration with team members across departments to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:\r\nReads, understands, and accurately follows Job Ticket Instructions\r\nCompletes first card sign off, beginning of shift card and data checks\r\nConfirm job duties with production assistants at their stations; provide verbal instructions on tasks that may need to be performed differently, ensure full understanding of expectations\r\nVerify product meets customer specifications\r\nDuring production, periodically check the quality of the products ensuring they meet customer expectations and check for defects\r\nUpon completion of task and/or job, fill out paperwork completely and remove task and/or job fromEFI Program\r\nClean the staging area and remove any products from the previous job and record waste\r\nNear the end of shift, stage line for next shift i.e. Trays, masters, boxes, products\r\nMaintain cleanliness of the production line\r\nCommunicate efficiently and effectively with Production Supervisor, Data Processing, Maintenance and Management teams\r\nCapable of changing out line materials, i.e. labels, ink.\r\nAdheres to all safety rules, regulations and company policies\r\nOther duties as assigned\r\nLevel 2 Operator: Additional responsibilities:\r\nDevelops basic troubleshooting skills, including feeder & belt adjustments, general machine upkeep, and resolving software issues\r\nCapable of identifying quality issues and implementing prompt corrective actions\r\nWorks independently with minimal supervision\r\nSets up and adjusts layouts to align with data proofs\r\nDiagnoses and resolves production errors; performs proper start-up and shutdown procedures, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained for any changes made\r\nLevel 3 Operator:Additional responsibilities:\r\nCapable of operating any job, regardless of complexity and ensure it meets the desired production rates\r\nRequires minimal supervision to run Imaging line\r\nMaintain a thorough and in-depth knowledge of Imaging machine functions and production processes\r\nTroubleshoot basic issues and offer support to Imagining Technicians on more complex problems\r\nProactively engages with the production team to minimize downtime\r\nExhibits strong leadership abilities with peers and production assistants\r\nQualified to train and mentor other Imaging operators\r\nCollaborate with Leads, Supervisors and other Senior leaders to implement process improvementsRequirements:\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required\r\nMinimum two (2) years experience of inkjet/imaging experience\r\nProficiency in job database software and general PC navigation, including screens and menus\r\nDemonstrates sufficient computer skills to make machine adjustments based on product specifications\r\nAbility to exhibit sound judgment and decision-making ability\r\nHigh level of attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and task completion\r\nStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment\r\nAbility to read and write in English to understand work instructions and complete required documentation and communicateeffectively with team\r\nReliable, dependable, and punctual with a consistent work ethic\r\nAbility to follow both written and verbal instructions, including prioritized task lists\r\nFlexibility and willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as needed\r\nAdditional Preferred Qualifications:\r\nUnderstanding of delivery system equipment, including belts, timing mechanisms, sensors, vacuums, and shingling\r\nKnowledge of ink change procedures, purge processes, and diagnosing print defects\r\nKnowledge of physical encode unit setup (e.g., belts, read/write heads) and data encoding setup (e.g., data positioning, start sentinel, amplitude)Compensation details:22-26 Hourly WagePI01f8928c6e04-26289-40112943","datePosted":"2026-07-03T01:11:30.945Z","dateModified":"2026-07-03T01:11:30.945Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Diamond Graphics","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Bloomington","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"fc5edec7a3fccfcb207ae271"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fc5edec7a3fccfcb207ae271"}}