Digital Press Print Operator / Finisher

Empower Digital Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and innovative printing company as a Digital Press Print Operator. This role is key to ensuring high-quality production, operating advanced printing machines, and collaborating across departments. You will be part of a dynamic team, utilizing your extensive experience in small format printing and RIP software to drive efficiency and quality. With a competitive salary and a supportive work environment, this opportunity allows you to contribute to a forward-thinking company that values creativity and progression. If you're passionate about printing and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

20 days holiday

Pension scheme

Annual bonus

Overtime

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Experience operating RIP software and Ricoh Pro C7110SX or similar.
• Knowledge of media & substrates and previous machinery experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Running Ricoh Digital Press and multiple small format finish machines.
• Ensuring high-quality output and timely production of products.

Skills

Print process knowledge

Colour matching

Organisational skills

Pre-press skills

Imposition experience

Great people and time management

Good problem-solving skills

Managing suppliers

Ability to multitask

Computer / Software Skills

Keen eye for detail

Communication skills

Large format experience

Tools

RIP Software

Adobe Creative Suite

Ricoh Pro C7110SX

Job description

Digital Press Print Operator/ Finisher

Print Operator – Small Format
Salary - £28 - £30k
Location – Mitcham Surrey

Printalicious is looking for a self-motivated & positive team member to join their team. The ideal candidate would be someone that has extensive experience of operating a wide range of small format printing machines & finishing equipment along with RIP Software. They are an ever-growing printing company that offers a huge range of solutions to their customers, and they are always looking to improve and diversify.

The Digital Press Print Operator is a crucial part of the production team, needing to work in conjunction with pre-press and finishing to ensure a high-quality and efficient workflow.

Key Accountabilities

1. Running Ricoh Digital Press Ricoh Pro C7110SX or similar
2. Running multiple small format finish machines to maximise output
3. Good knowledge of colour matching within RIP Software
4. Liaising with machine engineers to ensure the highest quality output
5. Making sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality
6. Knowledge of media & substrates
7. Working with suppliers / suggesting suitable alternatives
8. Liaising among different departments e.g. creative and account management
9. Working with managers to implement the company's policies and goals
10. Stock control

Skills

1. Print process knowledge
2. Colour matching
3. Organisational skills
4. Pre-press skills
5. Imposition experience
6. Great people and time management
7. Good problem-solving skills & attributes
8. Managing suppliers
9. Ability to multitask
10. Computer / Software Skills
11. Calm and constructive problem-solving ability
12. Keen eye for detail
13. The ability to communicate well with clients & discuss in-depth solutions
14. Would prefer someone with large format experience

Requirements

1. Experience of operating RIP software
2. Experience of working on Ricoh Pro C7110SX or similar
3. Working knowledge of files: Layers/ Cutting paths/ White print / Colour correction
4. Previous machinery & equipment knowledge essential
5. Previous finishing equipment knowledge essential
6. Ability to use Adobe Creative Suite
7. Being positive and motivational at work
8. Professionalism and punctuality
9. Forward thinking and always looking for ways to utilise new technology & innovative materials
10. Previous experience in a digital print production environment

So what will you receive for all of your hard work?

1. A very competitive basic salary (£28,000 - £30,000) DOE
2. 20 days holiday
3. Pension scheme
4. Annual bonus
5. Overtime
6. A friendly, vibrant, and creative working environment

Most of all, you will have the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, driven, and ambitious company that encourages performance and progression.