Graphicsland, Inc. is an independently owned e-commerce printing company based in Tinley Park, IL, that specializes in custom stickers, product labels, stand-up pouches, and wide-format scientific research posters. We operate under three brands: MakeStickers, PosterNerd & InkWave.
If you take pride in your work, are detail-oriented, and work well on a team, we’d love to have you on board!

The Level 1 HP Indigo 6K Digital Press Operator is responsible for overseeing HP Indigo press operations, focusing on exceptional workflow optimization and equipment up time. This role requires a high level of computer aptitude to work with our custom internal software and collaboration with the production team to achieve quality, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm
Pay range $24-$27/hour, depending on experience and/or HP Indigo certification level

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate HP Indigo 6K digital press to produce jobs as scheduled.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoot print quality issues, and make necessary adjustments.
Load and manage media, inks, and other consumables to keep production running smoothly.
Conduct quality checks on printed materials to ensure color accuracy, registration, and printing meet company standards.
Work closely with production and prepress teams to resolve file issues.
Follow all company safety protocols, housekeeping procedures, and operational guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

HP Indigo Certified Operator is a plus (HP Indigo 6000 Series preferred).
1-2 years of previous experience operating commercial digital press equipment (UV Inkjet, Toner, etc).
Strong maintenance and technical skills.
Strong knowledge of substrates, adhesives, and specialty materials such as BOPP, PET, and metallic stocks.
Ability to read and interpret press output to achieve quality standards.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with tight deadlines.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
Above-average computer and software utilization experience.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Requires frequent and sometimes extended periods of bending, standing, walking, crouching, and use of hands throughout shift.
Must be able to push, lift and pull up to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS

Paid holidays
Paid time off (136 vacation hours + 80 "anytime" hours per year!)
Stocked snacks and drinks
Charitable gift matching up to $250/yearly
Department lunches and company events
401k company contribution of 4% regardless of your contribution
Profit-sharing bonus eligibility of up to 15% of your base salary per year
Health (incl. a HDHP option with annual employer HSA contribution), vision, and dental insurance
Paid parental leave
Education assistance program
Life / AD&D insurance

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We are an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to protected status (race, color, religion, etc.).
Graphicsland participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected] or please call (800) 347-2744 and ask for the Human Resources department.

About the company

Graphicsland creates and sells custom printed products through online platforms MakeStickers.com, PosterNerd.com, and InkWave.com. It focuses on on-demand sticker and label printing without minimum quantities, science and research poster printing with multiple paper/fabric options, and custom packaging print like labels and pouches for brands. The printing process is online: customers choose templates or upload designs, customize, and place orders; Graphicsland handles production and shipping. The company differentiates itself with a strong online ordering flow, specialized product lines (stickers, scientific posters, and packaging), and emphasis on customer support and an employee-friendly culture under President Adam Feil. Its goal is to provide easy access to high-quality, customized print products for individuals and businesses while maintaining responsive service and flexible production.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

October 4, 2026 discounts page shows active promos, signaling ongoing customer acquisition.
September 2026 X posts highlight customer testimonials and recurring marketing.
Graphicsland was still hiring prepress and press operators in June 2026.

What critics are saying

MakeStickers runs constant 10%-30% discounts, compressing margins and training customers to wait.
VistaPrint and FedEx attack pricing and delivery, eroding Graphicsland's turnaround advantage.
If customization gets commoditized, Graphicsland becomes a low-margin fulfillment shop.

What makes Graphicsland unique

MakeStickers offers no-minimum custom stickers with templates and fast turnaround, updated September 2026.
PosterNerd serves research posters with one-day delivery for conference deadlines, updated July 2026.
InkWave unifies labels, pouches, and stickers under one online production platform.

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Benefits

Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Parental Leave
Profit Sharing

Graphicsland

HP Indigo 6K Digital Press Operator