Job title: Printer / Wide Format Print Operator

Employer’s name: Pat Dennehy Signs Ltd.

Location: Pat Dennehy Signs Ltd., Doughcloyne Industrial Estate, Sarsfield Road, Wilton, Cork, T12 KX38

Annual Salary: €37,544
_{Weekly hours:} 40 hours a week

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimise customer artwork and production files for wide-format printing, signage, vehicle graphics and other visual communication products.

• Carry out pre-press operations including artwork verification, sizing, scaling, colour management, nesting and print file preparation using RIP software.

• Operate and monitor wide-format printing equipment to produce high-quality graphics, signage, decals, banners and vehicle graphics.

• Configure print settings, load appropriate media and materials, and manage print production schedules to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery.

• Conduct quality inspections throughout production, ensuring colour accuracy, print quality, dimensions and finishing standards meet customer and company requirements.

• Operate laminating, finishing and cutting equipment, including plotters and digital cutting systems, preparing materials for final production and installation.

• Trim, weed, mount and finish printed graphics on a variety of substrates including aluminium composite panels, PVC and vinyl materials.

• Prepare vehicle graphic kits and printed materials for installation, including application tape preparation, finishing and packaging.

• Carry out routine operator maintenance, calibration and cleaning of printing and finishing equipment to ensure optimal performance.

• Maintain accurate production records and comply with company quality control procedures, health and safety requirements and production standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating digital, large-format or commercial printing equipment in a production environment.

• Experience with print file preparation, artwork setup, colour management and RIP software.

• Ability to operate printing, laminating, cutting and finishing machinery safely and efficiently.

• Strong understanding of print production workflows, quality control procedures and production deadlines.

• Knowledge of signage production, vehicle graphics, vinyl applications and related printing materials is highly desirable.

• Ability to interpret production specifications and customer artwork requirements accurately.

• Good attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and commitment to maintaining high production standards.

• Experience with Roland printers, Caldera RIP software, plotters or Kongsberg cutting systems would be advantageous.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to workplace health and safety procedures.

Printer / Wide Format Print Operator

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