Vutek Operator
About this role
VUTEk Operator (Large-Format Digital Print Production Specialist)
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented VUTEk Operator to set up, operate, and maintain large-format EFI VUTEk printing systems. This role requires strong color management skills, mechanical aptitude, and hands-on experience in high-volume print production environments.
The ideal candidate will ensure consistent, high-quality output while working closely with prepress, finishing, and shipping teams to meet strict production deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate EFI VUTEk wide-format printers, including loading media, inks, and curing systems
- Prepare and manage print files, including color management, ICC profiling, and soft proofing
- Start up, calibrate, maintain, and clean printers according to manufacturer and company guidelines
- Monitor print output for quality, color accuracy, and consistency throughout production runs
- Troubleshoot printing issues and coordinate with service technicians when necessary
- Manage media inventory, supplies, and basic production maintenance tasks
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards and production procedures
- Collaborate with prepress, finishing, and shipping teams to meet production deadlines
- Document job settings, production parameters, and quality checks for repeatable workflows
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in large-format printing (VUTEk/EFI experience strongly preferred)
- Strong knowledge of color management, ICC profiles, and print proofing workflows
- Familiarity with RIP software such as Wasatch, Caldera, or EFI Fiery
- Experience with file formats including PDF, TIFF, and EPS for print production
- Mechanical aptitude with ability to perform basic printer maintenance and troubleshooting
- Strong attention to detail with commitment to high-quality, color-accurate output
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with tight deadlines
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift materials as required in production settings
Company at a glance
A global, One-Stop Shop for all your printing needs from business cards to posters, billboards and blueprinting for highest quality at the lowest and best prices.
We provide excellent product, fast and reliable service with quick turnaround time. We will impress you! ABC Imaging has locations throughout USA, Middle East, UK and China, providing full service solutions customized to your specific requirements for printing and installation of point of purchase, marketing rollouts, on-site and off-site printing and copying, marketing proposals, reprographics and blueprinting. We provide full service design, prototyping and packaging. We supply and install temporary walls (Modular Barricades) and apply branding graphics for segregation of construction areas within shopping malls, airports, train stations and public spaces . Custom finishing, cutting, C&C routing, laser cutting and engraving, vehicle wraps, buss, truck and train wraps. We print postcards, calendars, canvas photos, photo-books, t-shirts, mouse pads and all other promotional products. Sell and service printing equipment, 3D printers, laser cutters and computers.
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