Experienced Wide-Format Digital Operator

Job Type


Full-time

Description



Please apply only if you have Digital Press Experience
Working as a Wide-Format Digital Press Operator involves operating and maintaining large-format printing equipment to produce various printed materials, such as banners, posters, signage, and other large-scale graphics.

**Responsibilities:**

• Operate and monitor wide-format digital printing presses to ensure accurate and high-quality output.

• Load and unload printing materials, such as rolls of paper, vinyl, or other substrates, into the printing equipment.

• Conduct quality checks on printed materials to ensure color accuracy, clarity, and overall print quality. Adjust settings as needed to meet quality standards.

• Perform routine maintenance on the printing equipment, including cleaning, calibrating, and troubleshooting issues that may arise during the printing process.

• Understand and adjust color profiles to achieve accurate and consistent color reproduction.

• Set up and configure printing jobs based on job specifications, including selecting appropriate media, setting printing parameters, and ensuring proper alignment.

• Coordinate and prioritize printing jobs to meet production deadlines.

• Identify and resolve issues related to printing equipment, such as jams, misfeeds, and print head problems.

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.

Requirements

**Requirements:**

• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting wide-format digital printing equipment. Familiarity with printing software and RIP (Raster Image Processor) systems.

• Ability to notice and address small details to ensure the quality of the final printed product.

• Understanding of color theory and the ability to manage color profiles for accurate and consistent results.

• Comfortable with routine maintenance tasks and troubleshooting mechanical issues.

• Effective communication with team members, supervisors, and clients to understand job requirements and address any concerns.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet production deadlines.

• Capable of standing for extended periods and lifting heavy rolls of printing materials.

**Experience and Education:**

• Three to 10 years' experience as a wide-format digital press operator or in a related printing role is preferred.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional vocational or technical training in printing technology is preferred.

**Certifications:**

• Certifications in relevant printing technologies preferred.

Salary Description


$18.00 - $28.00 per hour