Production Specialist ​/ Digital Print Operator

Production Specialist / Digital Print Operator

Location: Seattle, WA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour DOE (Up to $26.00 per hour for highly qualified candidates)

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced production specialist / digital print operator to join our growing production team in Seattle. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced print environment, enjoys solving production challenges, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality printed products that exceed customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will have experience with digital printing, file preparation, finishing equipment, and Adobe Creative Cloud applications. If you are a self‑starter with strong technical skills and a commitment to quality, we’d love to hear from you.

• Prioritize incoming orders based on customer requirements, workload, media selection, finishing needs, bindery requirements, and equipment capabilities.
• Estimate production time and material requirements for projects.
• Communicate production limitations and provide recommendations to production management and clients when requests cannot be met as specified.
• Receive, process, edit, and prepare client files to ensure accurate production according to specifications.
• Recommend appropriate media, substrates, bindery, and finishing solutions.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot digital printers, scanners, bindery, and finishing equipment.
• Maintain inventory levels for media, substrates, ink, toner, bindery supplies, and finishing materials.
• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure all printed and finished materials meet company standards.
• Package completed projects for will‑call, local delivery, or shipping.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient production workspace.
• Work overtime when necessary to meet customer deadlines and expectations.
• Support other departments as business needs require.
• Assist customer service by answering phones and taking messages when needed.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Advanced knowledge of RIP software, including Onyx RIP Queue and Fiery (preferred).
• Experience with cutting software;
  Colex experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Thorough understanding of color printing, duplicating, bindery, and finishing processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Positive attitude with commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely handle and transport printed materials, media, and substrates without damage.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while operating production equipment.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Graphic Design, Production Design, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a digital printing, reprographics, or production environment using graphic design, file preparation, and print editing software.

• Takes ownership of their work.
• Thrives in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Has a passion for print production and quality craftsmanship.
• Enjoys troubleshooting and finding solutions.
• Continuously seeks ways to improve processes, skills, and customer outcomes.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resources Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.