Inkjet Roll-Fed Press Operator

AlphaGraphics of Downtown Raleigh; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AlphaGraphics of Downtown Raleigh in Garner, NC, is searching for an experienced Inkjet Roll-Fed Press Operator to manage high-speed production inkjet equipment. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of hands-on experience with roll-fed presses, ensuring excellent print quality and reliability.

The position includes responsibilities such as machine maintenance, error troubleshooting, and collaborating with the production team to meet deadlines. This role may require overtime and adaptability to varied shifts as demanded by workload.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating roll-fed inkjet presses.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow safety protocols.
• Willingness to work overtime or varied shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain roll-fed inkjet presses (e.g., Ricoh, Canon, or equivalent).
• Load rolls, align substrates, and ensure ink and media calibration.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot errors, and minimize downtime.

Skills

Experience operating roll-fed inkjet presses

Familiarity with transactional print environments

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

AlphaGraphics of Downtown Raleigh / Printelect is a high-volume print and mailing facility located in Garner, NC. Since 2011, we've grown to a team of over 30 full-time professionals focused on delivering top-tier quality and service. We pride ourselves on a strong culture rooted in teamwork, product quality, project execution, and customer satisfaction.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Inkjet Roll-Fed Press Operator to run high-speed production inkjet equipment for regular, transactional, and direct mail printing. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience operating roll-fed inkjet presses in a deadline-driven environment, with a strong understanding of print quality control and machine maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain roll-fed inkjet presses (e.g., Ricoh, Canon, or equivalent).
• Load rolls, align substrates, and ensure ink and media calibration for optimal output.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot errors, and minimize downtime.
• Conduct quality checks and verify output against job specifications.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet daily job requirements and deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating roll-fed inkjet presses.
• Familiarity with transactional print environments and variable data printing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow safety protocols.
• Willingness to work overtime or varied shifts as needed.
• AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.