Digital Print Technician

Grunt Style; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the digital print industry is looking for a Digital Print Technician to optimize print processes using Kornit systems. This role involves managing workflows, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring product quality. Ideal candidates will have mechanical aptitude and experience in digital textile printing, contributing to enhanced production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Kornit printing systems (Apollo and Atlas Max Plus).
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware/software independently.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and verify new media blanks in Kornit software.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Train new hires on machine operation and maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Documentation

Color Perception

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience with digital textile printing

Tools

Kornit DTG Systems

RIP Software

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Digital Print Technician role is a hands-on, process-focused role dedicated to testing and validating new print styles and garment blanks on Kornit DTG systems, including the Apollo and Atlas Max Plus. By working closely with production leadership, quality control, Kornit technicians, and software developers, this role directly contributes to expanding the company’s garment compatibility and print versatility—driving measurable gains in production efficiency, output consistency, and turnaround speed.

Responsibilities include setting up print files, calibrating colors, and running designs on DTG printers; developing and maintaining SOPs that streamline workflows; assisting with scheduled and emergency maintenance to reduce downtime; managing consumables inventory for uninterrupted operation; supporting ongoing training to elevate operator proficiency; and executing seasonal sampling that enables faster product rollout. This role is ideal for a digitally skilled, mechanically-minded and highly organized technician who thrives on optimizing systems, solving creative production challenges, and improving overall throughput in a fast-paced digital print environment.

DUTIES

• Set up and verify new media blanks in Kornit software (Apollo and Atlas Max Plus)
• Create print instructions and garment-specific loading procedures
• Write, edit, and update standard operating procedures for machines and workflow
• Print and review seasonal samples and developer-supplied test designs
• Train new hires on machine operation, safety, and daily maintenance routines
• Perform upgrades and repairs as necessary including filters, hoses, and digital print heads
• Assist operators with preventative maintenance and technicians with emergency repairs
• Monitor and replenish consumables including ink, Q-Fix, wipes, filters, and chemicals
• Inspect test prints for alignment, curing, and color consistency alongside QC
• Keep shared records of print results, maintenance logs, and garment compatibility notes

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Validate new print styles and garments across Kornit systems, ensuring quality and compatibility
• Develop and maintain print engineering documentation, including SOPs and loading instructions
• Collaborate with software developers and production teams to integrate new blanks and designs
• Support seasonal sampling initiatives and special production runs for R&D or sales
• Coordinate with Quality Control to ensure color accuracy and production consistency
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc machine maintenance activities
• Train new operators on print processes, media blank loading, and system best practices
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of inks, consumables, and print engineering supplies
• Document test results, machine adjustments, and style validations for internal use
• Serve as a technical liaison between production, development, and maintenance teams
• Communicate effectively with the production team, reporting any equipment or workflow issues promptly.
• Stay up to date with best practices in DTG printing and maintenance to improve efficiency and print quality

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Additionally, while performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to warm or cold weather. The noise level in the work environment is often loud.

• Demonstrated expertise in computer systems, with the ability to troubleshoot software and hardware issues independently, document workflows efficiently, capture and annotate screenshots for technical communication, and fluently operate a wide range of digital platforms and productivity tools.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in diagnosing and performing hardware repairs, including precision tasks such as printhead replacement and calibration.
• Experience with digital textile printing, ideally on Kornit Apollo or Atlas Max Plus
• Familiar with RIP software operation, garment color profiling, and managing end-to-end digital color workflows with an emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, and print consistency.
• Role requires accurate color perception for quality assurance and production standards.
• Excellent documentation and writing skills for creating clear SOPs and instructions
• Ability to work cross-functionally with quality control, developers, and production operators
• Detail-oriented and organized, especially in tracking test results and inventory
• Comfortable training others and providing ongoing technical support
• Proficient with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office for reports and documentation
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods in a production environment
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, tech-integrated garment facility
• Strong time management, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

MISCELLANEOUS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; work in and around a variety of industrial machinery and presses; bend over, squat, or climb.
• Able to frequently move and lift up to 40 lbs when necessary
• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Good hand eye coordination
• Excellent vision including ability to adjust focus, close vision, distant vision, color awareness, and attention to small details.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to effectively listen and follow instructions.
• Solid problem solving skills
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in common units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Desire to create quality products
• Must comply with any company policy of wearing personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, gloves, safety glasses, etc. where required
• Must be available to work hours and days as needed based on changing schedule demands, including overtime. Schedules and shifts may change throughout the year. Schedule requirements may include working days, afternoons, nights, 1st shift, 2nd shift, or weekends as needed.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. The employee will be expected to perform other duties as needed.

EEO Statement

Grunt Style provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Grunt Style complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.