Digital Print Production Operator

AlphaGraphics US 219; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

AlphaGraphics US 219 is seeking a Digital Print Production Operator to perform setup and printing on cut-sheet digital printers, calibrate color to Pantone specs, and maintain equipment. You’ll support the large format department on vehicle graphics and wall mural projects, including installation assistance when needed.

The role emphasizes high production efficiency, quality control, and adherence to schedules with 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday.

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.
• Can perform basic bindery functions.
• Familiar with Fiery Print Controller is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital commercial printers using Fiery Command Workstation.
• Assist large format department with installations & 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, efficiently, and quickly while maintaining quality.
• Update job status in MIS system and log activities.
• Run proofs and compare to work orders; perform color checks and waste control.
• Complete QA documents for all printed jobs and track waste/stock.
• Maintain clean, organized work environment and logs for equipment.
• Learn extended maintenance from technician; participate in color calibration.
• Ensure service calls credit references are logged by technicians.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Color calibration

Quality control

Team collaboration

Customer service

Tools

Fiery Command Workstation

USPS mail software

MIS system

Job description

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Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

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
• Flexible Scheduling
• 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, there may be overlap in tasks into bindery and large format departments if required.

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: $20.00 - $30.00 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!

We invite EVERYONE to apply!

• 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.