Make-Ready

Manufacturing

DigitalPrintOperator

£28–35k ~AI est. London, England, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for entry candidates.

The Brief

“Digital Print Operator at Make-Ready. Skills: Digital print production, Colour management, RIP software. Take ownership of digital print production. Operate digital printing machinery”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure consistent print quality; Ensure maximum equipment uptime; Meet production schedules; Achieve daily production targets; Meet agreed deadlines

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Diagnose technical issues; Resolve technical issues; Diagnose mechanical issues; Resolve mechanical issues; Diagnose production issues; Resolve production issues

Eligibility Requirements

Based at the studio Monday-Friday

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

1-2 years experience operating digital print equipment, Understanding of colour management, Understanding of media profiling, Understanding of print production workflows, Demonstrates a sense of accountability, Demonstrates ownership, Delivering results against agreed goals, Delivering results against deadlines, Organisational skills, Problem-solving skills, Ability to work independently, Thriving in a collaborative production team

Nice to Have

Experience using RIP software, Wasatch experience, ONYX RIP experience, Prisma experience, Similar RIP software experience, Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Proficiency in Adobe Indesign, Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat

What You'll Do.

Take ownership of digital print production

Operate digital printing machinery

Monitor digital printing machinery

Maintain digital printing machinery

Support production of films

Carry out routine maintenance

Carry out calibration

Carry out preventative servicing

Independently diagnose technical issues

Independently resolve technical issues

Independently diagnose mechanical issues

Independently resolve mechanical issues

Independently diagnose production issues

Independently resolve production issues

Prepare media for digital print production

Organise media for digital print production

Accurately set up print jobs

Prepare artwork files

Support artwork files

Profile existing media

Utilise industry-standard software

Ensure files are production-ready

Manage multiple production workflows

Prioritise workloads effectively

Monitor production output

Address issues impacting quality

Address issues impacting efficiency

Address issues impacting delivery timelines

Communicate production risks

Communicate equipment issues

Communicate potential delays

Escalate production risks

Escalate equipment issues

Escalate potential delays

Collaborate with Make-Ready leads

Collaborate with artworkers

Collaborate with printmakers

Collaborate with finishers

Maintain a clean working environment

Maintain a safe working environment

Maintain an organised working environment

Ensure digital printing areas are tidy

Ensure digital printing areas are operational

Ensure digital printing areas are production-ready

Contribute to continuous improvement of studio processes

Contribute to continuous improvement of workflows

Contribute to continuous improvement of operational best practices

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with leads; Collaborate with artworkers; Collaborate with printmakers; Collaborate with finishers; Collaborative production team

Full Job Description

ABOUT MAKE-READY [ Make-Ready](https://www.make-ready.co/) is dedicated to producing original prints of outstanding quality and has an altogether different approach on defining what a fine art print studio can be. We specialise in high-end silkscreen printing, producing stunning artworks for some of the world's most exciting contemporary artists. We’re a small team with really big ambitions, both for what we want to achieve and also the environment we’re building. We all work incredibly hard because we really care about what [Make-Ready](https://www.make-ready.co/) is here to do. We want to create a company that remains thoughtful as we scale and tries to be genuinely progressive in how we operate; we want people to really own what they do and create something meaningful. We’re looking for exceptional people who are proactive, hungry to learn, and put pride in our collective achievements. We are currently a team of 12 based in Tottenham, North London. This is a unique opportunity develop yourself within a team of highly skilled professionals working with one of the most technically versatile printing processes in the arts. You will be based at the studio Monday-Friday. WHAT WE NEED We’re looking for a Digital Print Operator. We really do encourage everyone to proactively step outside of their job description if they see something that could be improved but the core of your role will involve: Digital Print Operations * Take ownership of digital print production across UV flatbed printers, Epson inkjet printers, and Canon toner printers. Operate, monitor, and maintain digital printing machinery to ensure consistent print quality, maximum equipment uptime, and efficient workflow management. Produce printed work to the required specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. * Support the production of films for hybrid print and silkscreen processes. * Carry out routine maintenance, calibration, and preventative servicing of digital print equipment to minim

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