Digital Press Specialist, Print Production Facility

Digital Press Specialist, Print Production Facility

Cleveland, OH, United States (On-site)

Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm or 10:00am-6:00pm

Whether you have a year or many years of print experience, we can provide growth opportunities and will cross train you in different functions of our Digital Print Facility. We are often asked if this role is in a store, it is not. Staples has dedicated print facilities to handle large print orders that originate from our stores. For some openings, we can be flexible to work around your schedule.

As a Print Production Digital Press Specialist
, you will be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers meet their copy and print needs while being part of a fun, team-oriented culture. Our print facilities are not typically customer facing as larger orders from our stores are sent to our print facilities to complete. You’ll bring industry-leading print technology within reach of Staples’ most discerning customers. Utilizing large scale commercial digital presses and high-volume digital print and signage equipment, you will coordinate and prioritize all aspects of the production process focused on producing a quality printed product rapidly and efficiently.

• Full-time, growth opportunities, weekly pay, and generous paid time off; hiring immediately
• Full medical benefits package, 401(k) with company match, and many more benefit options
• Associate store discount and more perks (discounts on mobile plans and other retailers, etc.)

• Perform Press Maintenance & Operation, such as press cleaning, replenishing of consumables, and replacing of filters & bottles and waste containers to high volume digital presses such as Ricoh/ Xerox print machine operator.
• Troubleshoot issues, perform repairs, use diagnostics, and monitor High Frequency Service Items
• Calibrate and linearize the system to maintain optimal color output (for digital color presses)
• Be the point person and internal expert on the prepress stage of the production process for large scale orders
• Coach team members on how to increase quality and quantity of orders produced in house
• Oversee the quality process of all jobs before, during and post production
• Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned

Essential skills and experience:

• Attention to detail and sound organizational skills
• Experience with RIP and workflow software:
  Fiery, Onyx, Freeflow
• Experience with color production workflows with an emphasis on digital workflow
• Knowledge of color management, color spaces and ICC color profiling
• Knowledge of substrates and their limitations/characteristics
• Knowledge of preflight and file preparation
• Knowledge of or experience with imposition
• Ability to read & interpret instructions, identify problems/missing information and address them proactively
• Familiarity with image editing applications supported in a production facility
• Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position

The world of working and learning has changed. This is your opportunity to be a part of a brand transformation and growth strategy within the retail industry. Staples is helping our customers and community discover innovative products, services, and inspiration that unlock what’s possible, while empowering you to unlock your potential. Our people are the heart of our success and there has never been a better time to join us as we lead the way in a new era of working and learning.

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