Night Shift: Master Large-Format Cutter & Finishing

DCG ONE; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with matching

Accident Insurance

FSA, HSA

9 Paid Holidays

Monthly Cookie Days!

Job summary

DCG ONE in Seattle is seeking a Large Format Cutter Operator to run and maintain a range of finishing equipment including flatbed and XY cutters, plotters and laminators, in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes attention to detail, basic electro/mechanical skills, and the ability to follow work orders while communicating machine conditions to teammates.

A team-centered mindset and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience operating large format finishing or printing equipment.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, RIPs, and/or cutting software is a plus.
• May be required to complete and pass Public Trust Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operates Large Format Cutters: Kongsberg, Fotoba, Graphtec.
• Operates Large Format Finishing Equipment: Seal, Segal.
• Assists with the Loading / Unloading of Large Format Printing Equipment: Vutek, Epson, Canon.
• Builds and maintains an understanding of Print Media, cutting parameters, and finishing techniques.
• Tracks quantities and versions of printed items to be cut, laminated, and/or finished.
• Communicates finishing requirements to the Prepress Department.
• Occasionally supports the packaging of finished items.
• Precisely follows work orders.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance machine routines.
• Supports inventory management and order consumables for finishing equipment.
• Contributes to team workshops and training events.
• Attends and participates in team production meetings.
• Identifies and assesses quality defects in media, print, cutting, and finishing.
• Follows standard protocols and contributes to the development of new internal processes.
• Provides exceptional service and support to the sales and project management teams.
• Handles heavy rolls and rigid sheets of print media safely.

Skills

Electro/Mechanical skills

Quality judgment

Color assessment

Team oriented

Problem solving

Initiative

Safety awareness

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

RIP software

Cutting software

Job description

DCG ONE in Seattle is seeking a Large Format Cutter Operator to run and maintain a range of finishing equipment including flatbed and XY cutters, plotters and laminators, in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes attention to detail, basic electro/mechanical skills, and the ability to follow work orders while communicating machine conditions to teammates.

A team-centered mindset and safety awareness are essential.