Digital Label Press Specialist, Print Production Facility

Staples Inc.•Columbia, MD

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Whether you have a year or many years of print experience, we can provide growth opportunities and will cross train you in different functions of our Digital Print Facility. We are often asked if this role is in a store, it is not. Staples has dedicated print facilities to handle large print orders that originate from our stores. For some openings, we can be flexible to work around your schedule. Apply today so we can both see if this is a great fit for you. As a Print Production Digital Press Specialist, you will be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers meet their copy and print needs while being part of a fun, team-oriented culture. Our print facilities are not typically customer facing as larger orders from our stores are sent to our print facilities to complete. You’ll bring industry-leading print technology within reach of Staples’ most discerning customers. Utilizing large scale commercial digital presses and high-volume digital print and signage equipment, you will coordinate and prioritize all aspects of the production process focused on producing a quality printed product rapidly and efficiently. Get great perks. Full-time, growth opportunities, weekly pay, and generous paid time off; hiring immediately Full medical benefits package, 401(k) with company match, and many more benefit options Associate store discount and more perks (discounts on mobile plans and other retailers, etc.) Schedule an interview immediately. Schedule an interview potentially within minutes of applying. We'll let you know if you're not eligible. In-person interviews are at the print facility Help both your print facility, local stores and your customers win.

Requirements

Attention to detail and sound organizational skills
Experience with RIP and workflow software: Fiery, Onyx, Freeflow
Experience with color production workflows with an emphasis on digital workflow
Knowledge of color management, color spaces and ICC color profiling
Knowledge of substrates and their limitations/characteristics
Knowledge of preflight and file preparation
Knowledge of or experience with imposition
Ability to read & interpret instructions, identify problems/missing information and address them proactively
Familiarity with image editing applications supported in a production facility
Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position

Responsibilities

Perform Press Maintenance & Operation, such as press cleaning, replenishing of consumables, and replacing of filters & bottles and waste containers to high volume digital presses such as HP Indigo, Xerox iGen, HP Wide Format Flatbed printers, etc.
Troubleshoot issues, perform repairs, use diagnostics, and monitor High Frequency Service Items
Calibrate and linearize the system to maintain optimal color output (for digital color presses)
Be the point person and internal expert on the prepress stage of the production process for large scale orders
Coach team members on how to increase quality and quantity of orders produced in house
Oversee the quality process of all jobs before, during and post production
Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned