Digital Print Technician

Redwood Search; Accrington; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A printing company in Accrington is seeking an experienced Digital Print Technician to manage large format printing processes and ensure high-quality output. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with RIP software and a strong background in digital print production. This position offers a 4-day working week, a salary of £30,000, and various benefits including a bonus and pension scheme.

Benefits

4-day working week

Annual PRP bonus

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Insurance

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large format digital print production.
• Strong knowledge of RIP software.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process artwork files using RIP software.
• Manage colour workflows and maintain accuracy.
• Operate and troubleshoot large format digital printers.

Skills

Large format digital print production

RIP software expertise

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

AVA Print Factory

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

The Role: We are seeking an experienced Digital Print Technician / Print Operator with expertise in large format printing and RIP software. This role involves preparing print-ready artwork, managing colour workflows, and operating wide format digital printers to deliver high-quality output. This is a hands-on position for someone with a background in wide format printing, signage, textiles, or packaging production, who can confidently manage prepress files and print workflows in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, check, and process artwork files using RIP software (Raster Imaging Processor).
• Manage colour workflows, ICC profiling, and colour calibration to maintain accuracy.
• Work with AVA CAD / AVA Print Factory or similar prepress software for file setup and layout adjustments.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot large format digital printers and finishing equipment.
• Oversee production from file preparation to proofing and final output.
• Ensure high-quality standards and efficiency are maintained across all jobs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large format digital print production (signage, POS, exhibition graphics, textile, or packaging).
• Strong knowledge of RIP software (e.g. AVA Print Factory, Caldera, Onyx, or similar).
• Experience with AVA CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, or other prepress/design tools.
• Understanding of colour management, profiling, and workflow optimisation.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume, deadline-driven print environment.

Benefits

• 4-day working week (36 hours, Tue-Fri)
• £30,000 salary + Annual PRP bonus
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (5.6 weeks total)
• Life Insurance & Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Free on-site Friday morning CrossFit sessions
• On-site parking

If you're an experienced large format print operator, RIP technician, or digital print specialist looking for a role that offers a great work-life balance and career stability, apply today