Reprographics/Copy

Piworld; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Piworld, located in the Merrillville area, is seeking a Large Format Printer/Operator to join our production team. The role involves setting up and running digital large-format printers on PVC, foam core, and vinyl substrates, with attention to detail to ensure high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with large-format equipment and is capable of reading job tickets, calibrating machines, and performing quality inspections.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large-format digital printers.
• Experience with PVC, foam core, vinyl substrates.
• Familiarity with RIP software such as Onyx or Caldera is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate digital large-format printing equipment.
• Calibrate and prepare equipment prior to production.
• Read and follow job tickets, specifications, and production instructions.
• Monitor equipment and troubleshoot print-quality or machine issues.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specifications.
• Assist with laminating and mounting printed materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Large-format printing

Attention to detail

Quality-focused

Tools

Vutek printers

Durst printers

Onyx RIP

Caldera RIP

Zünd cutting systems

Job description

Large Format Printer / Operator

Location: Merrillville, IN Area

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Shift: 1st shift

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
• $20-$26 per hour

A growing company in the Merrillville, Indiana area has an immediate opening for an experienced Large Format Printer/Operator. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience operating digital large-format printing equipment and working with materials such as PVC, foam core, and vinyl.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate digital large-format printing equipment.
• Calibrate and prepare equipment prior to production.
• Read and follow job tickets, specifications, and production instructions.
• Monitor equipment and troubleshoot print-quality or machine issues.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specifications.
• Assist with laminating and mounting printed materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating large-format digital printers.
• Experience printing on PVC, foam core, vinyl, and similar substrates.
• Experience with Vutek or Durst large-format printers preferred.
• Knowledge of Onyx or Caldera RIP software.
• Laminating and mounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Zünd cutting systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.