Print Shop Technician

GENERAL PUBLIC, LLC, is a revolutionary art publishing company that utilizes proprietary technology to reproduce fully textured printed artworks that capture the nuances of brushwork and technique. These textured prints are an authentic expression of the artist's hand. At General Public, we believe that great art should be shared and enjoyed by all, and our mission is to make it accessible to everyone. Visit our website at www.generalpublic.art for more information. 

We seek an experienced Print Shop Technician to operate our large-format flatbed presses, roll-to-roll inkjet printers, digital cutters, scanners, and associated RIP and control software. You will be responsible for day-to-day print production, equipment maintenance, and general production duties. 

Previous experience working in a fast-paced digital printing department is strongly desired, but not required.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Interact with digital large-format presses, roll-to-roll printers, digital cutting and routing equipment, and scanning equipment. 
• Use of PhotoShop, rip, and control software to produce print-ready files
• Read, comprehend, and produce orders from detailed production orders to meet requested deadlines.
• Quality assurance. (checking prints for accurate color, texture, size, and general print quality.)
• Follow standard procedures and operations for the production of printed products.
• Perform needed maintenance on all production equipment.
• Maintain a clean and professional production facility at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• A good understanding of digital presses, cutters, scanners, and the accompanying rip (Caldera) and control software.
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in the field of large-format digital printing
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend written materials and instructions.
• Basic math skills in standard and metric measurements (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers and fractions and converting fractions to decimals and vice versa).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ultimate client satisfaction mentality and approach
• Ability to communicate with various functional groups
• Proactive problem-solving and issue identification
• Exceptional coordination and multi-tasking skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to see color accurately
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Continually improving operator skills and knowledge
• Basic computer skills
• MultiCam (or similar) digital cutting experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects and distinguish colors.
• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work.
• Frequent walking and standing.
• Chemicals: Yes
• Travel: N/A
• Location: in person in Carpinteria
  

Pay: $18.00–$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Five days a week (schedule flexibility may be required) 

Education:

• High school or equivalent (required)
• Some post-secondary education (preferred)

Experience:

Wide Format Printing/Sign Making: 1 year