Print and Laser Engraving Machine Operator

Pela is seeking a Print and Laser Engraving Machine Operator in British Columbia, Canada, to support the Print & Engraving Team Lead. The role involves operating engraving and printing machines, ensuring quality, and collaborating on production processes for eco-friendly products. Candidates should thrive in fast-paced environments, be solutions-focused, and embrace continuous improvement. Pela emphasizes sustainability and community impact, aiming to create waste-free products.
Wanted: Print & Engraving Machine Operator

Do you have a passion for sustainability? Does the idea of creating zero-waste products excite you? If so, we’re looking for you!

You:
• Appreciate a good debate even with your boss
• Thrive in fast-paced change, take decisive action, and run with great ideas—even if they’re not yours
• Solutions Focused - figure out how to fix it instead of who is to blame
• Driven by curiosity, always learning, growing, and embracing discomfort for progress.
• Bring high energy to all your interactions
• Community-minded and driven to make an impact

We:
• Work to protect and restore the environment while making sustainability cool.
• Encourage testing, learning, and growing—we love data-backed, creative decisions.
• Value intelligence, resourcefulness, and innovative thinking over rigid experience requirements.
• Move fast, take risks, and aren’t afraid to fail forward.
• Believe that accountability drives success, so foster empowerment, not entitlement

Our Core Values
• Commit to a culture that builds a strong COMMUNITY.
• Foster CREATIVITY to inspire fresh innovation.
• Embrace COURAGE by taking action despite uncertainty.
• Live with Awareness and CONSCIOUSNESS of our choices.

The Company:

We want to create a waste-free future. This is why we are developing products made of environmentally sensible materials.; to educate and inspire the global community of people who are committed to making a positive impact on our planet. Pela has helped over 1 million customers make the switch to more eco-friendly products. We are famous for being the creators of the world's first compostable phone case and are now innovating waste with Lomi, the must-have home smart-waste appliance for anyone who cares about the environment and hates gross garbage.

The Opportunity:

The mission of the Print & Engraving Machine Operator is to support the Print & Engraving Team Lead in creating best in market finished goods in our Kelowna Sustainability Studio. The person in this position will excel at running engraving and colour printing machines while monitoring machine performance, executing custom case projects and collaborating on new production processes. Maximizing decoration capacity and improving fulfillment times will be the core focus, allowing Pela to execute timely launches.

This role requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment of continuous improvement and problem-solving. Teamwork and adaptability will be critical to success. Meeting targets and delivering on promises nurtures your soul.

Responsibilities:
• Carry out production, inspection, machine operation and packaging duties.
• Set up and operate Epilog laser engraving machines and Mimaki colour printers, decorating eco-friendly, compostable products.
• Decorate on-demand orders using Pela’s proprietary Print Job Creator software as well as Rasterlink and Job Manager RIP softwares.
• Prepare art files using Adobe Illustrator using established templates and ensuring production standards are followed.
• Load & unload jigs in a timely fashion to maximize throughput.
• Remove finished product from the machines, checking each for quality.
• Ensure accurate inventory using our CRM software.
• Follow Quality Assurance and Quality Control techniques to ensure high quality products are delivered to our customers.
• Perform machine cleaning & maintenance procedures.
• Maintain a maintenance schedule and log.
• Assist in troubleshooting machine performance issues to decrease downtime and mitigate production risk.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations.
• Assist others as necessary.

Qualifications & Skills:
• Knowledge of systems and processes in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in computer applications and software.
• Enjoys a busy day in a shop/production environment.
• Laser engraving and commercial printing experience are desirable.
• Electronic and mechanical aptitude is desirable.
• Adobe Illustrator or graphic design experience is desirable.
• Ability to learn procedures quickly with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a loud environment, lift 40 lbs, and stand for an 8-hour shift.
• Committed to quality, safety and communication.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• A team-player who wants to participate in green manufacturing and promote a sustainable future.
• Available 5 days per week, Wednesday through Sunday

Commitment to Diversity:

Lomi & Pela are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We value unique perspectives and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Salary: $23-$24/hour