Digital Print Operator at F. Schumacher & Co.
Since F. Schumacher & Co. was founded in 1889, our family-owned design house has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation—and always ahead of the pack. We’re driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. It challenges convention. It brings a unique point of view into the world. It sets trends. And it leaves a mark.
We champion individual style and the collective practice of transformational interior design. We create it. We supply it. We support it. We celebrate it. We also partner with the most brilliant trendsetters in design and fashion to advance it. And we want to bring it to as many people and into as many homes as possible.
We are seeking a bright, capable digital print operator to add to our wall-covering production team. This person’s primary focus will be to oversee the color and quality of print jobs on Large Format HP Latex printers.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has an upbeat attitude toward problem solving, and is motivated to improve production processes.
Hourly Pay Rate: $20 to $22 Hour
YOU WILL:
- Precisely match production print jobs to company control samples using color matching software
- Set up files for production runs using company RIP software
- Maximize machine efficiency and minimize waste through efficient use of substrates
- Regularly perform preventative maintenance on all machinery
- Inspect all print jobs to ensure highest quality standards are met
- Troubleshoot problems that occur during job submission or the printing process
- Monitor color consistency during and at end of print run, making adjustments when necessary
- Catch errors at the earliest possible stage
- Update job status and location in production software, and report any delays to management
- Maintain current and complete knowledge of all equipment and software
- Calibrate all color devices as required to maintain color consistency
- Load/unload printers for production runs
YOU HAVE/ARE:
- A strong understanding of color theory and experience in color management
- Ability to match color by eye as well as through digital software
- Entrepreneurial spirit: must be willing to own process and contribute ideas
- Detail oriented, organized and thorough, in all aspects of process and communication
- Understand digital files
- Understanding of textile and wallcovering repeats and industry standards
- A flexible work style and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure while staying organized
- Collaborative, with the ability to work across multiple creative and functional departments
- Ability to work within a team and open to learning from others
- Dependable, timely, and trusted to use printing materials and equipment
Required Skills:
- Wide format digital print experience, latex experience a plus
- Experience working with digital files and RIP software
- Caldera, AVA, Photoshop, Illustrator, Onyx and color calibrating software a plus
ABOUT FSCO:
Our talented team is innovative and dynamic, and our culture is progressive and fun. In order continue our success; we are always looking for talented people that fit.
- Culture: In our company, you’re judged by your ideas and results, not by your experience or title. So, we encourage you to be thoughtful, casual, and to speak your mind.
- Development: We strive every day to develop you and your colleagues for what we believe is a challenging and supportive business environment.
- Teamwork: We believe that success and efficiency can only be a product of collaboration. At FSCO, working together is the rule, not the exception.
- Innovation: We have achieved success and longevity through innovation. And we encourage experimentation and rule breaking. Mistakes? Those are things we embrace, talk about and learn from.
- Life balance: Focused, productive time is more important than long hours. We believe in having enough time to be happy both in the office and out of it.
F. Schumacher & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
