Printer / Wide Format Print Operator

Company Details Confidential; Cork; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pat Dennehy Signs Ltd. in Cork is seeking a Printer / Wide Format Print Operator to join its production team. You will prepare artwork, optimise files, and operate wide-format printers to deliver signage and vehicle graphics.

The role requires experience with RIP software, colour management and finishing equipment. You will work a 40-hour week, with a focus on quality, safety and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating digital, large-format or commercial printing equipment in a production environment.
• Experience with print file preparation, artwork setup, colour management and RIP software.
• Ability to operate printing, laminating, cutting and finishing machinery safely and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of print production workflows, quality control procedures and production deadlines.
• Knowledge of signage production, vehicle graphics, vinyl applications and related printing materials is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret production specifications and customer artwork requirements accurately.
• Good attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and commitment to maintaining high production standards.
• Experience with Roland printers, Caldera RIP software, plotters or Kongsberg cutting systems would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimise customer artwork and production files for wide-format printing, signage, vehicle graphics and other visual communication products.
• Carry out pre-press operations including artwork verification, sizing, scaling, colour management, nesting and print file preparation using RIP software.
• Operate and monitor wide-format printing equipment to produce high-quality graphics, signage, decals, banners and vehicle graphics.
• Configure print settings, load appropriate media and materials, and manage print production schedules to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery.
• Conduct quality inspections throughout production, ensuring colour accuracy, print quality, dimensions and finishing standards meet customer and company requirements.
• Operate laminating, finishing and cutting equipment, including plotters and digital cutting systems, preparing materials for final production and installation.
• Trim, weed, mount and finish printed graphics on a variety of substrates including aluminium composite panels, PVC and vinyl materials.
• Prepare vehicle graphic kits and printed materials for installation, including application tape preparation, finishing and packaging.
• Carry out routine operator maintenance, calibration and cleaning of printing and finishing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain accurate production records and comply with company quality control procedures, health and safety requirements and production standards.

Tools

Roland printers

Caldera RIP

Kongsberg cutting systems

Job description

PAT DENNEHY SIGNS LTD., Doughcloyne Ind Est, Wilton, Cork, Co. Cork, T12 KX38

Application Details

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Job Description

Job title: Printer / Wide Format Print Operator

Employer’s name: Pat Dennehy Signs Ltd.

Location: Pat Dennehy Signs Ltd., Doughcloyne Industrial Estate, Sarsfield Road, Wilton, Cork, T12 KX38

Annual Salary: €37,544

Weekly hours: 40 hours a week

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimise customer artwork and production files for wide-format printing, signage, vehicle graphics and other visual communication products.
• Carry out pre-press operations including artwork verification, sizing, scaling, colour management, nesting and print file preparation using RIP software.
• Operate and monitor wide-format printing equipment to produce high-quality graphics, signage, decals, banners and vehicle graphics.
• Configure print settings, load appropriate media and materials, and manage print production schedules to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery.
• Conduct quality inspections throughout production, ensuring colour accuracy, print quality, dimensions and finishing standards meet customer and company requirements.
• Operate laminating, finishing and cutting equipment, including plotters and digital cutting systems, preparing materials for final production and installation.
• Trim, weed, mount and finish printed graphics on a variety of substrates including aluminium composite panels, PVC and vinyl materials.
• Prepare vehicle graphic kits and printed materials for installation, including application tape preparation, finishing and packaging.
• Carry out routine operator maintenance, calibration and cleaning of printing and finishing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain accurate production records and comply with company quality control procedures, health and safety requirements and production standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating digital, large-format or commercial printing equipment in a production environment.
• Experience with print file preparation, artwork setup, colour management and RIP software.
• Ability to operate printing, laminating, cutting and finishing machinery safely and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of print production workflows, quality control procedures and production deadlines.
• Knowledge of signage production, vehicle graphics, vinyl applications and related printing materials is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret production specifications and customer artwork requirements accurately.
• Good attention to detail, problem‑solving abilities and commitment to maintaining high production standards.
• Experience with Roland printers, Caldera RIP software, plotters or Kongsberg cutting systems would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety procedures.

• Sector: manufacturing

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]