Digital Print Production Operator

AlphaGraphics - US719; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; 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

8-hour shifts

No Weekends

Job summary

AlphaGraphics - US719 is seeking a Digital Print Production Operator in Middleton, WI. You will operate digital printers, calibrate color, and support the large format team on installations and production.

The role emphasizes efficiency, waste reduction, and maintaining print quality. Training and career growth are highlighted, with standard weekday shifts and no weekends.

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 efficient use of time and equipment.
• Can perform basic bindery functions.
• Familiar with Fiery Print Controller and color management tools.
• Proficient with Command Workstation to control digital workflow.
• Graphic design skills are preferred but not required.
• Customer service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital printers using Fiery Command Workstation.
• Assist in large format department for installations and production when available.
• Impose files for print and run USPS mail software.
• Work with Production Scheduler to prioritize daily production.
• Produce orders accurately, efficiently, and with high quality.
• Update job status and location in MIS system.
• Run a proof copy and compare to work order.
• Quality check to minimize waste and reprints.

Skills

Digital printing experience

Multi-tasking

Prioritization & organization

Overtime flexibility

Efficiency & cost-control

Basic bindery functions

Color management

Fiery Print Controller

Graphic design basics

Tools

Fiery Print Controller

Command Workstation

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.