Job description for Apprentice Large Format Print Operator
We are actively seeking an Apprentice Large Format Print Operator to join us full-time. More than anything, we are looking for a highly collaborative and dependable teammate who is driven by the opportunity to contribute to the success of a local business. We are a small, passionate, and fast-paced team that is fully invested in the success of our company, and we value contributions from each team member.
Overview:
An Apprentice Large Format Print Operator assists in setting up, maintaining, and running industrial-grade printers to produce banners, signage, and other graphics.
Primary Responsibilities
· Machine Operation: Assist in setting up and operating roll-to-roll and flatbed large format printers.
· File Preparation: Learn to use RIP software and basic design tools (Adobe Illustrator/InDesign) to format, resize, and prepare customer files for printing.
· Material Handling: Load and unload heavy substrates (vinyl, canvas, laminate) and change out ink systems safely.
· Quality Control: Inspect printed items for color accuracy, banding, or imperfections prior to final delivery.
· Finishing Tasks: Perform trimming, mounting, laminating, and grommeting on finished products under supervision.
· Equipment Maintenance: Assist with the performance of daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance, including cleaning printheads and maintaining machine components.
· Installs: Assist with the installation of large format graphics both indoors and outdoors.
· Other: Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies/Skills
· Strong attention to detail to help maintain the highest standards of quality production.
· Comfortable with change in a variety of situations.
· Ability to assist with completing multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment.
· A positive attitude and willingness to do whatever it takes to complete the project.
· Able to professionally work with verbal direction.
· Accomplishes all tasks thoroughly and thoughtfully.
· Expresses ideas, listens to others effectively, and freely asks questions.
· Strong ability to work with your hands.
· Willingness to assist with meeting tight deadlines.
· Eager to learn, self-starting attitude, and high attention to detail.
· Willingness to follow policies and procedures and to maintain a clean and safe work area.
Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Strong mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
· Ability to understand measurements and perform basic math/unit conversions.
· Comfortable standing for long periods and physically lifting/moving materials weighing up to 60 lbs.
· Basic computer skills.