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DHL lists this Shop Production Assistant opportunity in southaven, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Shop Production AssistantDHL is seeking a Shop Production Assistant to prepare products and perform key pre-production tasks to help ensure high-quality print results. This role fits within our new customization operation supporting a major consumer-products brand. This is a hands-on role focused on product preparation, quality inspection, and maintaining an efficient production workflow.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a production environment, and takes pride in producing high-quality work.Schedule: First (1st) Shift, Monday - Thursday: 5:00am - 3:30pm. Overtime required as needed.Pay: $20.35 / hourWhat You'll Do:Unpack, count, stage and prepare products for UV printing and laser productionClean and inspect product surfaces for defects, flatness, and print readinessApply adhesion promoter according to established procedures to ensure proper UV ink bondingPerform quality inspections throughout production, identifying defects and ensuring products meet quality standardsInspect finished products for accuracy, clarity, alignment, and quality before repackagingPerform sample tests, identify quality issues, and communicate defects or inconsistenciesPerform basic machine maintenance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area while following PPE and workplace safety guidelinesOur Ideal Candidate Has:A high school diploma or equivalentExperience with industrial printers, UV flatbed printers, or related production equipmentStrong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skillsAbility to read and follow technical specificationsBasic computer literacy to operate printer software and job management systemsBackground in digital printing, signage, packaging, or manufacturing, desirableKnowledge of UV ink systems, color calibration, RIP software, and print profiles, desirableWhy Join DHL?As a Certified Great Place to Work®, DHL is one of the largest logistics companies in the world. Focused on recognizing and supporting our people, we create strong teams and an excellent work environment where every employee has access to excellent benefits including:Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on your 30th dayPTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation401(k) with generous company matchTuition reimbursement programUnmatched training and career advancement opportunitiesGrow your skills. Shape your world.Role Purpose: Shop Production Assistant is responsible for preparing products for UV printing and laser operation. Performing key pre-production tasks that ensure high-quality print results and smooth workflow across all workstations. This role involves product handling, surface cleaning, quality inspection, adhesion preparation, and maintaining efficient product flow throughout the production area.Key Accountabilities:Degut products from cartons, ensuring items are unpacked safely, accurately counted, and staged for processing.Clean product surfaces using alcohol to remove dust, oils, or contaminants that may affect print quality.Inspect product surfaces, with a focus on verifying the flatness and suitability of the top printing surface.General inspection of the products for defects or missing componentsInspecting products for flatness using measuring toolsApply adhesion promoter according to established procedures to ensure optimal ink bonding during the UV printing process.Verify that all treated products meet quality standards before they enter the print workflow.Document and report any non-conforming products, defects, or irregularities.Inspect finished products for accuracy, clarity, alignment, and overall quality.Repackages products upon completion of product inspectionIdentify and report defects, inconsistencies, or product packaging damage.Perform sample tests to validate settings before full production runs.Maintain high standards for product appearance and customer branding requirements.Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance.Safely handle lasers and follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements.Ensure the work area remains organized, hazard-free, and compliant with safety guidelines.Required Education and Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent, required.Experience with industrial printers, UV flatbed printers, or related production equipment.Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.Ability to read technical specifications.Basic computer literacy for operating printer software and job management systems.Experience operating high throw ultraviolent flatbed inkjet printer.Intermediate PC skills on Outlook, Word, ExcelOur Organization is an equal opportunity employer
Worksite address
southaven, MS, 38671, US
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