Digital Print Production Operator

AlphaGraphics of Greenway Plaza; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; 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 of Greenway Plaza is seeking a Digital Print Production Operator to set up and print using cut-sheet digital printers, calibrate color, and manage printer maintenance. You will assist the large format department on vehicle graphics and wall murals when needed, while ensuring high-quality production.

The role offers 8-hour weekday shifts with no weekends. Training and development opportunities are available as part of our growth-focused team.

Qualifications

• Digital printing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to multi-task and organize several activities and tasks concurrently.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime, if needed.
• Familiar with Fiery Print Controller is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital commercial printers using Fiery Command Workstation.
• Assist 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 and manage daily job production.
• Produce 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

Skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Attention to detail

Customer service experience

Overtime flexibility

Basic bindery functions

Tools

Fiery Command Workstation

Command Workstation

Job description

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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.

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

At AlphaGraphics, we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out, looking for that next great growth opportunity, or seeking a change, we have exciting roles to suit you.

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing. Join us with or without experience, and we will succeed together as a team!

• 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.