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Wide Format Print Operator Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Printer Technician

Detroit, MI ยท On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Diagnose, repair, and maintain wide format printers, stationery printers, dry inkjet mini labs, simplex printers, kiosks, controllers, and sublimation technologies. * Install, service, and maintain ...

Printer Technician

Ann Arbor, MI ยท On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Diagnose, repair, and maintain wide format printers, stationery printers, dry inkjet mini labs, simplex printers, kiosks, controllers, and sublimation technologies. * Install, service, and maintain ...

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Screen Printing Specialist

Detroit, MI ยท On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

... wide format screen presses. * Read and interpret job orders and print jobs according to client ... Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience operating flat bed rotary wide web screen presses (or similar ...

Large Format Digital Press Operator

Benton Harbor, MI ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Operate large format digital printing presses while adhering to production schedules. * Conduct ... Proven experience as a digital press operator, preferably with large format printers. * Strong ...

Large Format Digital Press Operator

Benton Harbor, MI ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Operate large format digital printing presses while adhering to production schedules. * Conduct ... Proven experience as a digital press operator, preferably with large format printers. * Strong ...

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Wide Format Print Operator information

What is the difference between Wide Format Print Operator vs Digital Printer Operator?

AspectWide Format Print OperatorDigital Printer Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job training, or certifications in printing technologyHigh school diploma, certifications in digital printing or related software
Work EnvironmentLarge-format printing facilities, signage, banners, and display productionCommercial print shops, small to medium-sized digital printing presses
Industry UsageSignage, banners, vehicle wraps, postersBrochures, business cards, small-format prints

Both roles involve operating digital printing equipment, but Wide Format Print Operators focus on large-format printing for signage and displays, while Digital Printer Operators handle smaller, high-volume digital prints. The skills and certifications overlap, but the work environment and output types differ significantly.

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Experienced Print Operator

Tectonics Industries, LLC

Auburn Hills, MI โ€ข On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

Description:

Position Overview

The Print Operator is responsible for the operation and oversight of several types of digital printing machines, transfer presses, quality of color and print consistent with approved graphic files.

Essential Job Functions

  • Run 4 printers with different size and color capacities.
  • Check and scale file images sizes
  • Identify a variety of ink products
  • Ability to check and load ink into printer
  • Make quick corrections to avoid expensive losses of paper and ink.
  • Ability to transfer graphic files from RIP stations to digital printing machines
  • Transfer files, blend colors, and proof images electronically using digital presses
  • Read/verify work order and proofs (PPSP, GP) received from the PrePress department
  • Inspect and examine printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications, and external defects.
  • Load, position, and adjust unprinted materials on holding fixtures or in equipment loading and feeding mechanisms.
  • Understand cut path modifications based on Zund tool types
  • Knowledge of modifying file proportions.
  • Remove printed materials from presses, using hand trucks, electric lifts, or hoists, and transport them to drying, storage or finishing areas.
  • Set and adjust speed, temperature, ink flow, positions and pressure tolerances of equipment.
  • Troubleshoot printer such as ink dropout and read strikes
  • Monthly and semi-annual preventative maintenance; troubleshooting printer performing machine repairs and ordering of printer parts
  • Repair, maintain, and adjust equipment.
  • Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment, and receive stock when it arrives.
  • Conduct inventory of ink, boards and materials
  • Perform other duties, as required

Qualifications

  • Ability to multi-task various projects with high level of detail
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, able to communicate effectively


Education and Experience

  • Proficient in Caldera, Profiling and Fiery programs preferred
  • Two years relevant experience in print operations focused on the use of digital printing machines, both large and small format.


Physical Demands

  • Requires standing, walking or bending for entire shift.
  • Ability to frequently lift/move up to 70 pounds.


Work Conditions

  • Must be able to work extended hours to meet project deadlines.
  • Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, dust or dirt.


Requirements: