Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Large Format Printing Operator to join a production team, responsible for operating printers and producing high-quality wide-format materials.
Highlights:
1. Operate and maintain large format printing equipment.
2. Produce high-quality banners, signs, and graphics.
3. Opportunity to work with professional printing equipment.
Full Time Position: Mon-Fri; 9:30am - 6pm.
Large Format Printing Operator
City Printing & Signs | New York, NY
Position Summary
City Printing & Signs is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Large Format Printing Operator to join our production team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating large format printers and producing high-quality graphics, signs, vinyl, banners, posters, window graphics, and other wide-format printed materials.
The candidate must be dependable, organized, and capable of managing multiple print jobs while maintaining excellent print quality and meeting production deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate and maintain large format printers, including roll-to-roll, vinyl plotters and flatbed printing equipment.
• Produce banners, posters, signs, wall/ window graphics, backlit graphics, and other large format products.
• Prepare and process print-ready files using RIP software and Adobe Illustrator.
• Review artwork for proper dimensions, resolution, bleed, color profiles, and layout before printing.
• Set up print jobs, select appropriate media, and adjust printer settings for optimal output.
• Work with different materials, including vinyl, banner material, canvas, paper, adhesive films, and rigid substrates.
• Monitor print production to ensure color consistency, image quality, and accurate registration.
• Perform finishing work, including trimming, laminating and mounting
• Inspect completed jobs for defects, color accuracy, and overall quality.
• Perform routine printer cleaning, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain inventory of printing materials and supplies.
• Keep the production area clean, safe, and organized.
• Communicate with the design and production teams to ensure jobs are completed accurately and on schedule.
Qualifications
• Previous experience operating large format printing equipment.
• Knowledge of wide-format printing processes, materials, and finishing techniques.
• Experience with RIP software such as Onyx, Caldera, Flexi, or similar programs.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
• Understanding of color management, resolution, file preparation, and print production.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot basic printing issues.
• Ability to work in a team environment and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift and handle printing materials and finished products, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Experience
• Experience with Epson, HP, Suma, or Mimaki Canon large format printers.
• Experience with UV, latex, solvent, and eco-solvent printing technologies.
• Knowledge of CNC cutting, vinyl plotting, and digital finishing equipment.
• Experience producing trade show graphics, retail signage, and custom displays.
What We Offer
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Plenty of overtime pay opportunity
• Opportunity to work with professional printing equipment.
• Stable employment and opportunities for growth.
• A team-oriented production environment.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume outlining their large format printing experience, equipment knowledge, and software skills.