Digital Printing Specialist and Installer Entry Level

AlphaGraphics US 219; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Job summary

AlphaGraphics US 219 is seeking a full-time operator in Oceanside, CA to preflight and adjust print files, run roll-fed large format printers, and handle finishing tasks including vinyl application. The role requires teamwork in a fast-paced environment and comfort with design software.

The position offers a steady schedule from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with potential weekend part-time shifts. Competitively priced compensation aligns with experience and performance.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude is required and above average.
• Familiarity with InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is a plus.
• Strong computer skills with PC-based platforms.
• Must be able to work in a small team, be detail-oriented, and take initiative in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Preflight files for print and make necessary changes.
• Process files through RIP workflow to prepare for printing.
• Operate roll-fed printers for large format output.
• Set up, maintain and operate digital printing devices and finishing equipment like cutter/plotter.
• Monitor output for consistency and quality.
• Apply color management skills.
• Cut substrates and apply vinyl to substrates and vehicles.
• Perform finishing tasks and assist with minor graphic design.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Initiative

Team player in small team

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary

Responsibilities

• Preflight files for print and make necessary changes to files
• Process files through appropriate RIP workflow to prepare them for printing
• Operate a roll fed-printers to output large format printing
• Set-up, maintain and efficiently operate various digital printing devices and finishing equipment such as cutter/plotter.
• Monitor output of finished product for consistency and quality
• Apply color management skills
• Cutting substrates
• Apply vinyl to substrates and vehicles
• Finishing
• Minor graphic design work

Qualifications Include

• Mechanical aptitude must be above average.
• Familiarity with InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is a plus.
• Strong computer skills with PC based platforms.
• The selected individual must be capable of working in a small team environment. We are looking for a motivated and energetic person who takes initiative, enjoys finding solutions to a varying number of challenges, is detail-oriented, and takes extreme pride in their work.
• Requires some heavy lifting of print substrates. Must be able to speak, read and write English and be able to follow and communicate written and verbal instructions. Need to have excellent organizational skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced production environment. Accuracy, consistency and dependability are mandatory.

Full Time (We support flex work hours for those with families or going to college)

Monday -- Friday (Saturday or Sunday part time)

8:30 am -- 5:30 pm

The employer posting this position, evaluating potential candidates, and making all hiring decisions is an independently owned and operated AlphaGraphics, Inc. franchisee. If hired, Franchisee will be your employer, not AlphaGraphics, Inc. or any of its affiliates or any other franchisees.

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 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!

• AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisee who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.