Digital Key Operator

• Paid time off
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary

• Operate digital production presses and related finishing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up monitor and complete digital print jobs according to job specifications.
• Prepare and review customer files for production identifying potential issues before printing.
• Operate and troubleshoot digital presses to maintain consistent quality and productivity.
• Perform basic color management and quality-control checks throughout production.
• Load and manage paper substrates toner and other production materials.
• Perform routine operator-level maintenance and cleaning of production equipment.
• Complete finishing tasks such as cutting folding creasing binding booklet making and other post-press operations as needed.
• Review completed work for accuracy color registration finishing and overall quality.
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
• Communicate with the production team and management regarding job status equipment issues and material needs.
• Maintain a clean organized and safe production environment.
• Follow established production procedures and safety standards.

• Hands-on experience operating a Ricoh Pro C7500 or similar production digital press highly desired.
• Previous experience in a commercial print digital print copy center or print-production environment.
• Familiarity with digital production workflows and print-production terminology.
• Experience with Fiery or other digital front-end (DFE) workflows is a plus.
• Knowledge of color management and digital print quality control.
• Experience with commercial finishing equipment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify print-quality issues.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment and production problems.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple jobs and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new production software and equipment.

• Dependable and punctual
• Detail-oriented
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable troubleshooting equipment
• Quality-focused
• Organized and efficient
• Comfortable working under production deadlines
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Willing to learn and take on new equipment and processes

• Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
• Opportunity for advancement as our production operation grows
• Hands-on experience with professional digital production equipment

At AlphaGraphics we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out looking for that next great growth opportunity or seeking a change we have exciting roles to suit you.

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management sales operations print signs design and marketing. Join us with or without experience and we will succeed together as a team!

*AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview hire manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.