Print Production & Graphic Design Specialist

Albion, NY (onsite) role combining graphic design and digital print production for custom apparel, DTF, and printed materials.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and prepare production-ready artwork in Adobe Illustrator
• Design graphics for T-shirts, apparel, stickers, decals, labels, and printed materials
• Convert customer files into print-ready formats, ensuring correct sizing and output specs
• Work with AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, PNG, and TIFF file formats
• Prepare gang sheets for DTF transfer production and maximize film utilization
• Apply print knowledge for CMYK and RGB, resolution, transparency, bleeds, cut lines, and dimensions
• Create mockups and digital proofs for customer approval
• Maintain organized artwork files and production records
• Operate a commercial direct-to-film (DTF) printing system
• Use compatible RIP software (including Roland VersaWorks) to set print settings, profiles, and white ink layers
• Monitor printhead performance, ink levels, film feeding, curing, and powder application
• Operate powder shaker and curing system
• Perform nozzle checks, printhead cleaning, and preventative maintenance
• Troubleshoot banding, adhesion issues, color inconsistency, and film-feed problems
• Inspect completed DTF transfers for quality
• Prepare transfers for cutting, heat pressing, packaging, and delivery
• Operate an integrated print-and-cut machine for vinyl decals, stickers, labels, and compatible printed products
• Prepare artwork with appropriate cut contours and registration settings
• Load and manage printable vinyl and other compatible media; verify print-and-cut alignment
• Adjust cutting settings for different materials; weed, trim, and finish vinyl products
• Complete routine maintenance, quality checks, and operator-level preventative maintenance
• Operate high-volume black-and-white production printing for documents, forms, manuals, and other monochrome printed products
• Configure paper sizes, weights, duplex printing, and supported finishing options
• Prepare print-ready PDF documents; manage print queues and production schedules
• Monitor toner, paper, and consumables; clear routine paper jams and resolve printing problems
• Inspect output for alignment, image quality, and finishing accuracy
• Review customer orders and verify specifications
• Operate heat presses for apparel applications
• Cut and separate DTF gang sheets; weed vinyl and apply transfer tape when necessary
• Trim, package, and label finished products; perform final quality checks
• Monitor supplies and inventory; meet production goals and customer deadlines
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized production environment

Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Strong understanding of vector graphics and print-ready artwork
• Knowledge of typography, layout, resolution, and color preparation
• Experience with RIP software preferred
• Ability to modify, resize, trace, and prepare customer artwork
• Experience with commercial digital printing, DTF, or wide-format equipment
• Understanding of routine printer maintenance and calibration
• Ability to troubleshoot common equipment and production issues
• Familiarity with heat transfer, vinyl cutting, and print finishing
• Comfort using Windows computers and digital file systems
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple orders and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new equipment and printing methods
• Professional communication skills

Technologies

• Adobe Illustrator, AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, PNG, TIFF
• CMYK, RGB
• RIP software, Roland VersaWorks RIP software
• Ricoh Pro 8400, Roland VersaSTUDIO BN2-20A, ColDesi DTF 24H2
• Windows

Benefits

• Paid time off

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of graphic design or digital printing experience
• Adobe Illustrator experience
• DTF, sticker, apparel, or commercial printing experience
• Knowledge of complete print production workflows
• Prior employment in a print shop, custom apparel business, or sign shop

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 40 pounds, with assistance for heavier loads
• Manual dexterity for printing, trimming, weeding, and packaging
• Ability to work safely around heat presses, cutting machines, and printing equipment

Compensation & Advancement

• Suggested pay range: $22–$28 per hour depending on experience and technical skills
• Suggested pay range listed for this posting: $21–$28 per hour
• Advancement may include Digital Print Production Lead or Print Production Manager as the business grows

Application Details

• Application title: Graphic Designer / Digital Print Production Specialist
• Pay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Work location: In person
• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply