Inkjet Specialist

Quad/Graphics; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Quad in Pewaukee, WI seeks an Inkjet Specialist to oversee setup and operation of all Inkjet equipment used in converting press operations. The role includes basic maintenance and repairs, plus supporting Inkjet Support Technicians in diagnosing issues.

Secondary duties involve assisting the press crew with make-ready and re-webbing as needed. Adherence to quality and safety standards is essential, with potential overtime based on workload.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inkjet or digital printing equipment and ability to perform standard adjustments.
• Good reading comprehension and ability to understand job requirements.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate inkjet and digital print equipment with routine maintenance and basic repairs.
• Assist Ink Jet Support Technicians in troubleshooting non-routine problems.
• Support press crews during make-ready and re‑webbing when required.
• Adhere to quality and safety procedures and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Inkjet equipment knowledge

Digital printing operations

Basic computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork and independent work

Tools

Inkjet machinery

Consumables handling

Job description

Quad in Pewaukee, WI, is seeking an Inkjet Specialist. The main duty is overseeing the setup and operation of all Inkjet equipment used in converting press operations. This includes routine tasks, as well as basic maintenance and repairs on the inkjet equipment. Additionally, the role involves supporting Inkjet Support Technicians in diagnosing and resolving any issues that may arise.

As secondary tasks, assisting the press crew with press setup and webbing up the press may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate inkjet, digital print, or both. Responsibilities include basic operator maintenance and repair of all Ink Jet-related Converting press equipment and assisting the Ink Jet Support Technicians in troubleshooting/repairing non-routine problems.
• Secondary responsibilities include assisting the press crew with make-ready and re-webbing of the press as required; however, the primary responsibilities must be accomplished before executing secondary responsibilities.
• Comply with all quality and safety rules and regulations as well as Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires knowledge of inkjet, digital, or related equipment, adjustments, and operating characteristics of the equipment and skill to perform standard adjustments and operate the equipment. Ability to set up, operate, and perform basic adjustments to the equipment according to the individual job requirements, operating characteristics, and capabilities of the equipment. Typically, the adjustments performed at this level are routine, and the need for such adjustments is readily apparent.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long hours and use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement.
• Able to bend and lift 10-15 pounds continuously, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds, stand for long periods of up to 12 hours, perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere, and use vision to identify defects with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to work overtime as needed based on the workload.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Good verbal and written comprehension, the ability to thrive in a team environment, and work independently.
• Prior printing industry experience or manufacturing experience (such as laborer, assembly, or distribution) is helpful.