Cober Printing LimitedVerified Job Source

Digital Press Operator

Kitchener, ON
On-site
Posted Mar 20, 2026
1 position

$22–$27 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Operate HP Indigo digital presses to complete customized copy projects according to job specifications and quality standards. Perform routine equipment maintenance and coordinate with production teams to meet client deadlines.

Job details

Job Title: Digital Press Operator Employee Classification: Full-Time, Hourly, Rotating Shifts Shift: Day / Afternoon / Overnight Location: Kitchener, Ontario Start Date: Immediate We are looking for people who have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and enjoy a stimulating and fast-paced environment. We offer training onsite with opportunities for growth in a culturally inclusive atmosphere. Cober is a family-owned business operating over 110 years and has expanded to two locations in Ontario, and one in Alberta with more than 300 employees. We are one of Canada’s largest commercial printers and ship over 2 million orders a month! We are proud of our technical innovations and are constantly investing in our manufacturing capabilities. Why Choose Cober? * Eligible for comprehensive Family Health Care after 90 days * Vision & Dental coverage * Stable secure employment * Overtime available * Referral bonus program * Lunches, contests and fun events hosted by our Culture Club Job Summary: The Digital Press Operator will report to the Digital Solutions Manager. They will be responsible for operating the HP/Indigo digital press to complete customized copy projects in compliance with job specifications and in accordance with Company quality standards and procedures. The Operator coordinates their workload schedule to meet client deadline requirements while achieving optimum productivity. They perform daily/weekly/monthly maintenance on equipment to ensure ideal output. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Coordinate with Production teams to produce and prioritize jobs, and when necessary reorganize to meet deadline changes and updates. 2. Troubleshoot press problems and resolve issues in collaboration with the Production and Technology Managers. 3. Act as a resource to other team members to address inquires, problems or challenges with projects. 4. Read and examine instructions from the job docket/ticket and determine quantities to be printed, productions times, stock specification and colours. Consult with the Manager, Sales or Client Service staff if instructions are vague or require further clarification prior to running the job. 5. Program and set up press jobs for printing. 6. Operate high resolution colour digital presses and proprietary imaging equipment to run customized job in accordance with operating instructions and client specifications. 7. Monitor quality of job output throughout the process to ensure correctness and image quality. Continually inspect jobs coming off equipment for completeness, accuracy and defects. 8. Unload machine and stack materials on table or pallets. 9. Monitor inventory in work area to ensure it is adequate and can meet production requirements for each job. Report any issues with inventory to the Manager. 10. Clean and maintain equipment and work area following maintenance procedures, and update maintenance logs. Ensure work area is tidy and free of hazards. 11. Inform supervisor of equipment problems and coordinate with vendors for repair of equipment as needed. 12. Perform routine computer maintenance, including software updates and utility programs. Qualifications and Skills: 1. Minimum 3 years' experience operating digital press equipment. 2. Highschool diploma or equivalent. 3. Previous experience operating HP Indigo digital presses (HP Indigo 10000, 12000, 100000 S4 (Large Format)) or equivalent devices is considered an asset. 4. Previous experience in print industry is considered an asset. 5. Experience handling digital files. 6. Mechanically inclined and deadline-oriented. 7. Technically inclined to allow the completion of maintenance and repair 8. Computer proficiency in both Mac & PC platforms 9. Ability to set-up and operate digital printing devices using provided documentation 10. Demonstrated excellence in organization and time management. Can perform multiple tasks efficiently to achieve deadlines. 11. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Able to work independently and as part of a team. 12. Highly developed problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities. If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you please apply today! Cober Printing Limited is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with our hiring process. If, at any time during the evaluation process, you require accommodation, please use the contact information below to make arrangements for specialized accommodation. Any information received regarding accommodation will be kept confidential. We thank all applicants for their interest in Cober Printing Limited however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience operating digital press equipment and a high school diploma. Proficiency in Mac and PC platforms and experience with HP Indigo presses are highly valued.