Large Format Printing Machine Operator

Digital Room•Arlington, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Digital Room is hiring an experienced Large Format Printing Machine Operator for the third shift at its production facility in Arlington, Texas. The operator sets up, operates, and adjusts large-format printing equipment and produces custom signage and printed products. This role also involves preparing materials, monitoring print quality, replenishing ink, performing troubleshooting and routine maintenance, updating production orders in the company computer system, and completing post-print finishing tasks. The operator follows safety procedures and maintains a clean, organized work area. The schedule is 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM, Monday through Friday. Pay is up to $19 per hour; actual compensation within the range depends on experience.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating large-format printing equipment, including sign and graphics printing.
Experience setting up, operating, and adjusting production equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with management and team members.
Customer-service orientation.
Basic computer skills and ability to use production equipment safely.
Ability to follow instructions, work with minimal supervision, and complete assigned tasks.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for 50% of the time.
Ability to stand for 8 hours.
Ability to walk and move around the work area for 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and adjust wide-format, grand-format, and super-wide-format printing equipment.
Review production orders and configure equipment according to job specifications, dimensions, and material requirements.
Prepare, position, and remove printing substrates, including vinyl, banner material, adhesive-backed materials, fabric, corrugated plastic, PVC board, styrene, foam board, and other specialty materials.
Replenish printer inks, verify ink colors, and monitor ink levels during production.
Produce banners, yard signs, retractable banners, posters, window decals and clings, step-and-repeat backdrops, car magnets, A-frame signs, and other custom signage and printed products.
Monitor color consistency, image clarity, alignment, and print defects, adjusting equipment as needed.
Report equipment or material issues to management and perform routine troubleshooting and maintenance.
Access production orders and update job information using the company computer system.
Perform post-print finishing and final production tasks so orders are ready for distribution.
Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Complete other duties as assigned.