Digital Print Production Operator

AlphaGraphics Northbrook / Deerfield; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

AlphaGraphics is seeking a Digital Print Production Operator to run cut-sheet digital printers, calibrate color to Pantone references, and maintain equipment. You’ll support our large format team on vehicle graphics and wall mural projects, and help ensure efficient daily production.

Role focuses on high-quality output, color stability, and proactive maintenance. Training is provided, with an emphasis on teamwork and meeting strict deadlines without weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience with digital printing workflows is preferred.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
• Willingness to overtime and flexible hours.
• Basic bindery skills helpful.
• Experience with Fiery Print Controller is a plus.
• Customer service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital printers and ensure color accuracy.
• Assist large format department with installations.
• Prepare files and print proofs.
• Coordinate with Production Scheduler on daily jobs.
• Maintain equipment logs and perform routine maintenance.
• Ensure quality and minimize waste.
• Complete QA documentation.
• Maintain clean, organized workspace.
• Support additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Digital printing

Color management

Multitasking

Customer service

Fiery Print Controller

Tools

Fiery Command Workstation

USPS mail software

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• 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
• 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

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 Information

• 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.