Join One of Canada's Leading Print Manufacturing Companies
Advertek is expanding to Burlington and is looking for an experienced Wide Format Operator to join our growing production team.
Working in our advanced graphics production department, you'll operate state-of-the-art wide format printing and finishing equipment to produce high-quality signage, displays, wall graphics, décor, and specialty applications. This role requires strong attention to detail, colour accuracy, and the ability to manage a variety of substrates and finishing requirements.
If you have experience with wide format printing and enjoy producing visually impactful graphics, we'd like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and maintain wide format printing equipment to produce high-quality graphics and displays.
- Operate HP, Agfa, and other wide format printing technologies to produce a variety of applications.
- Review job tickets, artwork files, production specifications, and finishing requirements.
- Perform colour checks and quality inspections to ensure output meets customer expectations.
- Load and manage a variety of substrates including vinyl, fabric, paper, rigid boards, and specialty materials.
- Perform finishing operations including laminating, trimming, mounting, cutting, and assembly as required.
- Work with Prepress to identify file, colour, and production issues before and during manufacturing.
- Operate digital cutting and finishing equipment, including Kongsberg cutting systems, for precision routing, cutting, and specialty applications.
- Maintain accurate production records and communicate job status or issues to production management.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Qualifications
- Previous experience operating wide format printers in a commercial print, signage, or graphics environment is preferred.
- Experience with HP, Agfa, EFI VUTEk, Roland, Mimaki, Canon, or similar wide format equipment is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of RIP software, colour management, and file preparation is preferred.
- Experience working with various substrates and finishing techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to troubleshoot production issues and make machine adjustments.
- Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What We Offer
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Full-time, stable employment
- Modern, technology-driven production facility
- Opportunities for training and career advancement
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading print and finishing equipment
Why Join Advertek?
Advertek is one of Canada's most diversified print manufacturers, producing commercial print, books, packaging, signage, photo products, and specialty print solutions. Our wide format department produces everything from large-scale graphics and displays to custom applications using advanced printing and finishing technology.
As a Wide Format Operator, you'll be part of a team producing highly visible, creative projects while working with some of the industry's most advanced digital printing and finishing equipment.
Location: Burlington, Ontario
Position Type: Full-Time
If you have a passion for digital graphics, precision production, and creating high-quality visual products, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $20.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
