Print Technology Specialist

Infinity Images; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 hrs

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Dog-Friendly Office

Public Transportation Benefit

Job summary

Infinity Images is seeking a Print Technology Specialist to develop, maintain, and optimize our print workflow, prepress, and color management systems in a fast-paced production environment.

You will serve as a technical liaison across departments, documenting processes, troubleshooting issues, and driving improvements in print automation, color accuracy, and overall production quality. This is an on-site role based in Portland, OR, with cross-functional collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in prepress, print workflow, print management/RIP software, and color management.
• Demonstrated experience with large-format inkjet and/or dye-sublimation print systems.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and PDF tools in production print environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, support, and optimize prepress, print workflow and color management software, including Durst Workflow and PrintFactory.
• Configure and optimize print automation, job processing workflows, imposition and cut strategies, and ERP integration in partnership with the ERP Administrator.
• Test, evaluate, and implement print and color management software updates, new features, and workflow improvements.
• Partner with the Director of Technology and software vendors to troubleshoot workflow issues, resolve bugs, and improve print management software performance.
• Ensure reliable integration between print workflow systems and production processes.
• Create and maintain workflow documentation, system configurations, and operating procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to prepress, production and project management teams on print workflow software, automations, and tools.

Skills

Prepress workflow

Color management

Adobe Creative Suite

RIP software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in graphic arts/design

Tools

PrintFactory

Durst Workflow

Caldera

swissQprint

Job description

The Print Technology Specialist, under the direction of and in partnership with the Director of Technology, is responsible for developing, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing Infinity Images print workflow, prepress, and color management systems.

Working across color output, digital printing, and cutting technologies, this role helps ensure consistent, accurate, and high-quality output by managing print workflow software, supporting color reproduction standards, and optimizing prepress processes.

As a technical liaison between various departments, the Print Technology Specialist provides documentation, troubleshooting, and ongoing support while identifying opportunities to improve print technologies, workflows, and overall production quality.

LOCATION

On-site | Portland, OR

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Print Workflow Systems Management

• Develop, maintain, support, and optimize prepress, print workflow and color management software, including Durst Workflow and PrintFactory
• Configure and optimize print automation, job processing workflows, imposition and cut strategies, and ERP integration in partnership with the ERP Administrator
• Test, evaluate, and implement print and color management software updates, new features, and workflow improvements
• Partner with the Director of Technology and software vendors to troubleshoot workflow issues, resolve bugs, and improve print management software performance
• Ensure reliable integration between print workflow systems and production processes
• Create and maintain workflow documentation, system configurations, and operating procedures
• Provide training and guidance to prepress, production and project management teams on print workflow software, automations, and tools

Color Management and Print Quality

• Monitor and optimize color output across all digital printing equipment to ensure consistent color accuracy and print quality
• Develop, test, implement, and update color management processes
• Create and maintain ICC profiles, linearization curves, calibration routines and specialized print channel configurations, including white ink, neon ink, raised ink, and varnish applications
• Perform color matching for brand colors, spot colors, and customer-specific requirements
• Assist in evaluating new print media, substrates, products, and production methods
• Document color management processes, color standards, and print configurations
• Train and support production and project management teams on color reproduction standards and processes
• Support the achievement and maintenance of G7+ color output certification

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in prepress, print workflow, print management/RIP software, and color management
• Demonstrated experience with large-format inkjet and/or dye-sublimation print systems
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and PDF tools in production print environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts/design, print technology, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in prepress, print workflow, print management/RIP software, and color management
• Experience with PrintFactory, Durst Workflow, Caldera, or similar RIP/print workflow software
• Experience with Durst and/or swissQprint production printers and Zünd cutting systems
• Knowledge of or certification in advanced color management standards (e.g., G7+)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time, on-site position based in a production environment. The role includes work in both office and manufacturing settings, with moderate to occasionally loud noise levels near production equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday. Occasionally lift and move materials or equipment up to 50 pounds. Requires close vision, color vision, and the ability to distinguish fine detail for color-critical print production.

BENEFITS

• 120 HRS Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick)
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Dog-Friendly Office
• Public Transportation Compensation Program

COMPENSATION

This position pays fair compensation depending on experience.

ABOUT US

Infinity Images is a design, print, and fabrication house headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Founded in 2000, we have a 58,000-square-foot space and 80+ team members ready to bring your vision to life. From environmental graphics and retail displays to seeding kits and large-scale event signage, we’re a one-stop shop for brands with a story to tell. Our success is made possible by a concentrated effort on all fronts: state-of-the-art equipment, a dedicated team of experts, sustainable operating procedures, and collaborative relationships with our clients and vendors. Learn more about our capabilities and the work we do at infinityimages.com.

Infinity Images is an equal-opportunity workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability stat