Wide-Format Print & Vinyl Mounting Technician

Piworld; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Piworld is seeking a motivated Wide-Format Printing Technician / Apprentice to join our production team in Northbrook, IL. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in wide-format printing, vinyl mounting, and finishing.

You will operate and maintain printers and finishing equipment, mount graphics to substrates, and ensure prints meet color and quality standards while supporting on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in wide-format printing or vinyl mounting.
• Familiarity with large-format printers (VUTEk, HP, Roland, Epson, etc.).
• Experience operating laminators and finishing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and production specs.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wide-format printers and finishing equipment (laminators, cutters, mounting tables).
• Mount printed vinyl and adhesive graphics to various substrates (ACM, PVC, foam board, acrylic, coroplast).
• Prepare, trim, and finish prints according to job specifications.
• Inspect prints for color accuracy, defects, and quality assurance; maintain cleanliness and organization of the production area.
• Assist in the setup of print jobs, materials, and media handling.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on printing and finishing equipment.
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.

Skills

Wide-format printing

Vinyl mounting

Finishing processes

Detail oriented

Reading work orders

Team collaboration

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

VUTEk

HP printers

Roland printers

Epson printers

Onyx / Caldera RIPs

Job description

Piworld is seeking a motivated Wide-Format Printing Technician / Apprentice to join our production team in Northbrook, IL. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in wide-format printing, vinyl mounting, and finishing.

You will operate and maintain printers and finishing equipment, mount graphics to substrates, and ensure prints meet color and quality standards while supporting on-time project delivery.