Digital Print Production Operator

AlphaGraphics - US565; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Job summary

AlphaGraphics - US565 in Cornelius, NC is seeking a Digital Print Production Operator to run cut-sheet digital printers, calibrate colors, and maintain equipment. You will also assist our large format department with installations and production work when available.

The role emphasizes color accuracy, quality control, and efficient production, with 8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday and no weekends. Training and career growth are offered along with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Digital printing experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to multi-task and organize several activities and tasks concurrently.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime if needed.
• Comfortable with basic bindery functions and color calibration.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital commercial printers using Fiery Command Workstation.
• Assist in the large format department with installations and production work when available.
• Impose files for print and run USPS mail software.
• Work with Production Scheduler to prioritize daily job production.
• Produce orders accurately and quickly while maintaining quality.
• Maintain logs and ensure color consistency across runs.

Skills

Digital printing

Fiery Workstation

Color matching

Quality Assurance

Multitasking

Customer service

Tools

Fiery Command Workstation

USPS mail software

Job description

Benefits:

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

As a Digital Print Production Operator, you will be responsible for job setup and printing using our cut-sheet digital printers. You will be in charge of calibrating printers and color-matching projects against our client's Pantone colors / previous jobs. You will also manage the service and maintenance of the machines as needed.

This is an excellent position for someone interested in entering the industry and building a lasting career.

You will also be trained to assist our large format department in printing, production, and installation projects. Primary examples of projects that need assistance are vehicle graphics and wall mural projects that require a second installer.

The primary responsibility of the Digital Print Production Operator is to operate and complete all digital printing (B&W/Color) production for maximum production efficiency.

Digital Print Production Operator Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Bonus Plan

Profit Share Plan

Fulfilling work, collaboration, humanity, fun, and laughter

Career path development

8-hour shifts - Monday to Friday

No Weekends!

Digital Print Production Operator Role Responsibilities:

Responsible for operating digital commercial printers using Fiery Command Workstation.

Assisting in our large format department with installations & production work when available

Responsible for imposing files for print & running USPS mail software

Works with Production Scheduler to prioritize and manage daily job production

Produces orders accurately, efficiently, and quickly while maintaining the highest quality standards

Updates job status and location in MIS system

Always runs a proof copy and compares it to the work order

Controls waste and redos by quality-checking jobs as they are being produced

Completes Quality Assurance documents for all printed jobs

Tracks waste, spoilage, usage, and inventory for all digital printing machines

Maintains all Digital Printing Equipment logs

Maintains a clean and organized work environment

Performs all required maintenance and learns extended maintenance from the technician.

Ensures that all service “clicks” are credited by the service technician in each call, including credit for poor-quality copies

Calibrates and manages all color devices as required to maintain color consistency.

Monitors color consistency during all print runs and make adjustments as necessary.

Other duties as assigned

Digital Print Production Operator Qualifications

Digital printing experience is preferred but not required.

Ability to multi-task and organize several activities and tasks concurrently.

Ability to work flexible hours and overtime, if needed.

Ability to maximize profit through the efficient use of time and equipment.

Can perform basic bindery functions.

Familiar and comfortable with Fiery Print Controller, a plus.

Is proficient with the use of Command Workstation (if applicable) to control digital workflow.

Graphic design skills are preferred but not required.

Customer service experience is preferred but not required.

*AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.