Digital Print Production Specialist

Hypte Solutions; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HYPTE Branded Solutions is seeking a Digital Print Production Specialist to operate Konica Minolta production printers and handle finishing and packaging of printed jobs. This mid-level role requires experience with digital print production and attention to detail in setup and QC.

The position runs Monday–Friday, full-time with an 8-hour shift and a 30-minute break. Compensation ranges from $20 to $22 per hour, with growth opportunities based on performance.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in digital or commercial printing.
• Experience with Konica Minolta or similar printers.
• Knowledge of print setup, finishing, packaging, and QC.
• Ability to read detailed work orders and production specs.
• Understanding of paper sizes, weights, finishes, grain direction, and materials.
• Strong troubleshooting and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs while meeting deadlines.
• Dependable attendance and a collaborative, customer-focused attitude.
• Basic computer skills and experience with print files.
• CREO or Adobe Acrobat experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor Konica Minolta digital production printers.
• Review work orders, files, proofs, specs, quantities, and finishing instructions.
• Load paper stock and select printer settings for each job.
• Produce color and black-and-white print jobs accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor color consistency, registration, image placement, paper feeding, and quality.
• Identify and correct common production issues (jams, misfeeds, streaking, color issues).
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration per procedures.
• Track job progress, material usage, spoilage, and quantities.
• Cut, sort, fold, assemble, package, and label finished materials.
• Final quality-control inspections before release for pickup/shipping.
• Prioritize multiple jobs and adjust sequencing to meet deadlines.
• Maintain accurate job records and communicate scheduling issues.
• Keep production area clean, organized, and safe.
• Assist training of less-experienced staff.
• Coordinate service requests for equipment problems.

Skills

Digital printing

Konica Minolta printers

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

CREO

Adobe Acrobat

Print workflow software

Cutters/Folders/Booklet makers

Job description

Description

Position Summary

HYPTE Branded Solutions is seeking an experienced Digital Print Production Specialist to operate commercial digital printing equipment and complete the finishing and packaging of printed jobs. This mid-level position requires practical experience running digital print jobs on Konica Minolta production printers or comparable commercial equipment commonly used in professional print centers. The successful candidate will be comfortable preparing jobs, selecting machine settings, monitoring print quality, performing routine operator maintenance, and completing work through the finishing process.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, Full-Time (8 hour shift with required 30 minute break)

Rate: $20-$22 per hour

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor Konica Minolta digital production printers.
• Review work orders, digital files, proofs, paper specifications, quantities, and finishing instructions before production.
• Load the correct paper stock and select appropriate printer settings for each job.
• Produce color and black-and-white print jobs accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor color consistency, registration, image placement, paper feeding, and overall print quality.
• Identify and correct common production issues, including paper jams, misfeeds, streaking, registration problems, and basic color-quality concerns.
• Perform routine operator maintenance, cleaning, and calibration according to established procedures.
• Track job progress, material usage, spoilage, and completed quantities.
• Cut, sort, collate, fold, assemble, package, and label finished materials.
• Conduct final quality-control inspections before jobs are released for pickup, delivery, or shipping.
• Prioritize multiple jobs and adjust production sequencing to meet deadlines.
• Maintain accurate job records and communicate promptly about file, equipment, material, or scheduling issues.
• Keep the production area clean, organized, stocked, and safe.
• Assist with training and supporting less-experienced production employees.
• Coordinate service requests for equipment problems that cannot be resolved through normal operator troubleshooting.

Requirements

• At least 1–3 years of experience in digital printing, commercial printing, copy-center production, or a related environment.
• Working knowledge of Konica Minolta production printers or comparable commercial digital printing equipment.
• Experience with print setup, paper handling, finishing, packaging, and quality control.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work orders and production specifications.
• Understanding of paper sizes, weights, finishes, grain direction, and common commercial print materials.
• Strong troubleshooting, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Dependable attendance and a collaborative, customer-focused attitude.
• Basic computer skills and experience working with digital print files and print-production software.
• Experience with CREO, Adobe Acrobat, or similar print workflow software is preferred.
• Experience with cutters, folders, booklet makers, or other finishing equipment is preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and move throughout most of the workday.
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work safely around digital printing and finishing equipment.

HYPTE Branded Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.