Digital Studio Operative

ACS Performance; Redhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ACS Performance in Redhill is seeking an experienced Digital Studio Operative to join our busy production team. You will handle large-format printing, signage and graphics, delivering high-quality work to strict deadlines.

You will operate large-format printers, set up jobs, monitor quality, finish with laminating and mounting, and support despatch and maintenance. Core GCSEs required; experience in print/graphics advantageous.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications are required.
• Experience working in large-format print, signage or graphics production is desirable.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills are essential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team.
• Health and safety awareness is important.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing production requirements.
• Initiative and pride in producing high‑quality work.

Responsibilities

• Operate large-format digital printers to produce high‑quality signage and graphics.
• Set up and prepare print jobs using workflow systems and production software.
• Print onto materials including self-adhesive vinyl, rigid substrates and roll‑fed media.
• Monitor print quality throughout the production process.
• Ensure jobs are produced accurately and in line with specifications and customer requirements.
• Operate laminating equipment and perform finishing tasks.
• Mount, trim and apply graphics; assist with despatch when required.
• Carry out daily machine cleaning and routine maintenance.

Skills

Large-format printing experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Health and safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

Core GCSEs or equivalent

Experience in print/graphics/signage

Tools

Large-format printers

Laminating equipment

Job description

Jobs - Digital Studio Operative

Job vacancy - Digital Studio Operative

Position: Digital Studio Operative

Reference: AMacs1954

Location: Redhill

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Digital Studio Operative

Salary: £30,000-£32,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:45am-4:45pm
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Digital Studio Operative to join a busy and established production team.

This is a hands‑on role ideally suited to someone with experience in large-format digital print, signage or graphics production who takes pride in producing high‑quality work.

You will be responsible for producing a range of printed signage and graphics using large-format digital printing equipment and associated finishing machinery. Working closely with colleagues across Production, Graphics and Customer Service, you will help ensure orders are completed accurately, efficiently and to customer deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

As a Digital Studio Operative, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating large-format digital printers to produce high-quality signage and graphics.
• Setting up and preparing print jobs using workflow systems and production software.
• Printing onto a variety of materials, including self‑adhesive vinyl, rigid substrates and roll‑fed media.
• Monitoring print quality throughout the production process.
• Ensuring jobs are produced accurately and in line with specifications and customer requirements.
• Operating laminating equipment, including roller-bed and automated laminators.
• Plotting, cutting and finishing printed graphics.
• Mounting, trimming and applying graphics.
• Supporting despatch activities when required.
• Carrying out daily machine cleaning and routine maintenance.
• Assisting with servicing and preventative maintenance of production equipment.
• Operating machinery safely and in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Contributing ideas to improve production efficiency, quality and productivity.

About You

We are looking for someone who has previous experience working within a large-format print, signage or graphics production environment.

You will ideally have:

• Experience operating large-format digital printing equipment.
• Knowledge of print finishing processes and equipment.
• A strong eye for detail and commitment to quality.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a production team.
• A practical approach to problem‑solving.
• Good health and safety awareness.
• A positive and dependable attitude.
• The flexibility to adapt to changing production requirements.
• Initiative and a genuine sense of pride in producing high‑quality work.

Core GCSEs or equivalent qualifications are required, while additional experience or qualifications within print, graphics or signage would be advantageous.