About This Role
This role is for a Printing Technician responsible for operating, maintaining, and ensuring the quality output of large-format and specialty printing equipment. The technician produces graphic elements, signage, banners, wallpapers, fabric prints, and surface wraps for custom event fabrications. The position requires technical print knowledge, colour accuracy, and close collaboration with design and fabrication teams to ensure print assets integrate flawlessly with physical builds.
Responsibilities
- Operate large-format inkjet printers (UV, solvent, latex) to produce banners, backdrops, window graphics, wallpapers, and fabric prints to client specifications
- Prepare print-ready files using RIP software; manage colour profiles, bleed, resolution checks, and press-ready settings
- Calibrate printers and perform colour proofing to ensure output accurately matches client-approved artwork (Pantone/CMYK reference)
- Advise on and select appropriate print media (vinyl, fabric, canvas, mesh, backlit film) based on application and environmental requirements
- Cut, laminate, mount, and prepare printed materials for installation; operate cutting plotters and laminators
- Inspect all printed outputs for colour accuracy, banding, registration errors, and surface defects before release
- Perform routine printer maintenance (head cleaning, calibration, ink system checks) and coordinate servicing for breakdowns
- Manage media rolls, ink consumables, and finishing materials stock; monitor usage and flag replenishment requirements
- Assist with or supervise the application of printed wraps, vinyls, and graphic elements onto fabricated structures
Requirements
- Minimum 4+ years of experience operating large-format printing equipment in an events, signage, print production, or visual communications environment
- Proficiency with major RIP software (Caldera, Onyx, ErgoSoft, or equivalent)
- Strong colour management skills including ICC profile creation and Pantone matching
- Experience with UV, latex, and solvent printing platforms
- Knowledge of substrates: vinyl, fabric, mesh, backlit film, canvas, and rigid media
- Ability to operate cutting plotters, laminators, and mounting equipment
- Strong attention to detail for colour accuracy and print quality inspection
- Ability to work to tight deadlines with multiple concurrent print jobs
- Ability to work in a workshop environment, which may include loud noise, dust, and heat, with some on-site installation work
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site, which may include lifting, standing for long periods, and working in varied conditions
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