Lead UV Flatbed Printer Operator - SwissQprint Expert

Shantell Martin, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Los Angeles printing studio seeks an experienced operator to run its large-format SwissQprint UV flatbed printer. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience operating SwissQprint UV flatbeds (Kudu, Topi, Impala, Nyala, etc.) and familiarity with RIP software such as Caldera.

You will own the production workflow end-to-end: preparing files, selecting substrates (rigid, textile, and alternatives), and managing white/varnish prep.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating a SwissQprint UV flatbed printer.
• Familiarity with Caldera or a similar RIP is preferred.
• Ability to prepare files and manage substrate types.
• Experience with maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare files and select substrates (rigid, textile, other).
• Own the production workflow and ensure high output quality.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration and linearization.
• Handle first-line troubleshooting and client‑facing quality.

Skills

SwissQprint UV flatbed operation

Caldera RIP experience

File preparation

Substrate handling

Maintenance and calibration

First-line troubleshooting

Tools

Caldera RIP

Job description

A Los Angeles printing studio seeks an experienced operator to run its large-format SwissQprint UV flatbed printer. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience operating SwissQprint UV flatbeds (Kudu, Topi, Impala, Nyala, etc.) and familiarity with RIP software such as Caldera.

You will own the production workflow end-to-end: preparing files, selecting substrates (rigid, textile, and alternatives), and managing white/varnish prep.