HP Indigo Operator

Hartley Print; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartley Print in Northeast Florida seeks an HP Indigo Operator to run and maintain HP Indigo presses on-site in Metro Jacksonville. You will set up jobs, calibrate for color accuracy, monitor quality, and ensure on-time delivery in a high-end print environment.

The role requires strong color management, calibration skills, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment while coordinating with pre-press and finishing teams.

Qualifications

• Experience operating HP Indigo digital presses and setting up jobs per specifications.
• Strong color management and calibration skills ensuring consistent output.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets and communicate with pre-press and finishing teams.
• Experience in troubleshooting print equipment and identifying process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate HP Indigo digital presses according to job specifications.
• Calibrate press settings and monitor color consistency and image quality during runs.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Coordinate with pre-press and finishing teams to ensure accurate file prep and efficient workflow.
• Maintain production records and adhere to safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

HP Indigo press operation

Digital print setup

Basic press maintenance

Color management

Print quality control

Calibration

Reading job tickets

Coordination with pre-press/finishing

Troubleshooting press issues

Process improvements

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-job management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in printing or related fields

Job description

Company Description

Hartley Print is Northeast Florida’s premier commercial printing company, providing comprehensive in-house services that span pre-press, printing, and finishing. Founded over 50 years ago, the company has grown from a garage operation into a 75,000 sq. ft. facility equipped with advanced, innovative printing technology. Hartley Print specializes in high-end, long-run publications such as magazines, catalogs, and marketing materials, supported by multicolor sheet-fed presses and a state-of-the-art 5-color web press. The company’s capabilities include waterless polyurethane perfect binding, die-cutting, foil-stamping, and full mailing services, all focused on superior quality, accuracy, and efficiency. Hartley Print maintains a family-led commitment to craftsmanship and welcomes clients interested in learning more about its production environment and services.

Role Description

The HP Indigo Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in Metro Jacksonville, responsible for operating and maintaining HP Indigo digital presses in a high-quality commercial print environment. This role includes setting up jobs according to specifications, calibrating and adjusting press settings, monitoring print runs for color consistency and image quality, and performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment. The operator will work closely with pre-press and finishing teams to ensure accurate file preparation, efficient job flow, and on-time delivery. Daily activities also include verifying materials, performing quality checks throughout the run, maintaining detailed production records, and following safety and housekeeping standards on the press floor.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in HP Indigo press operation, digital print setup, and basic press maintenance.
• Candidates should possess skills in color management, print quality control, and calibration for consistent output.
• Candidates should possess skills in reading job tickets, interpreting production specifications, and coordinating with pre-press and finishing teams.
• Candidates should possess skills in troubleshooting print and equipment issues, and identifying process improvements.
• Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to manage multiple jobs in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in commercial printing or digital press operations, particularly HP Indigo, is highly beneficial.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift materials as required, and adhere to safety procedures in a production setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in printing or related fields is a plus.