What are the responsibilities and job description for the Print shop tech position at KEY Personnel, Inc.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Print Shop Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing and printing team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a variety of printing and finishing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials. Your expertise in color management, graphic design, and machine operation will ensure that each project meets the highest standards of quality and precision. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, technical proficiency with prepress and printing software, and a keen eye for detail to support our production workflows efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Operate large-format printers, digital presses, flexo presses, and screen printing equipment to produce diverse print materials with accuracy and efficiency.
- Manage color calibration and color management processes to ensure consistent color reproduction across all printed products.
- Interpret production documents, layouts, and specifications accurately to execute print jobs according to client requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and troubleshooting on industrial printing machinery to minimize downtime.
- Execute cutting, paper binding, and finishing tasks such as trimming, folding, and laminating to prepare finished products.
- Utilize prepress software—including Adobe Creative Suite and other graphic design tools—to prepare files for printing.
- Conduct quality control inspections throughout the production process to identify defects or inconsistencies.
- Collaborate with design teams on layout design, typography, and print advertising projects to achieve optimal visual impact.
- Maintain detailed records of job specifications, machine settings, and production outcomes for accountability.
- Support manufacturing processes by machining or adjusting industrial equipment as needed for specialized print projects.
Qualifications
- Proven experience operating large-format printers, digital presses, flexo presses, or screen printing machinery in a commercial setting.
- Strong knowledge of color management techniques and graphic design principles.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and prepress software.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform machine maintenance and adjustments confidently.
- Familiarity with print production workflows including layout design, typography, cutting, binding, and quality control procedures.
- Technical proficiency in interpreting complex manufacturing documents and specifications.
- Knowledge of industrial equipment operation including machining or equipment adjustment skills is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail combined with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects effectively.
If you are passionate about manufacturing excellence in the print industry and eager to contribute your technical expertise to a creative environment, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in delivering outstanding printed products through innovation and precision.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25