Digital & Wide Format Print Operator — Colourcraft, Wellington

Who We Are

Colourcraft has been delivering high-quality printing and graphics in Wellington for over 40 years. Our reputation has been built on doing things properly: producing excellent work, meeting deadlines, and going above and beyond for our clients.

We’re a small, highly skilled team that takes pride in our craft. Many of our clients consider us the best in the business, and we work hard every day to live up to that reputation.

https://www.colourcraft.co.nz

The Role at a Glance

We’re looking for a capable Digital & Wide Format Print Operator who can confidently manage a busy production environment while consistently delivering high-quality output.

Most days involve switching between digital and wide-format production while keeping multiple machines running efficiently. The work is varied, fast-paced, and hands-on.

We’re not rushing to fill this role, we’re looking for the right person, not just any person.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

On a typical day you might handle 10-15+ jobs, most of which are small to medium runs.

Your goal is to keep production flowing smoothly. That often means running the digital press while wide-format machines are printing in the background, preparing the next job, or assisting with finishing when needed.

You may be given several job sheets at once and expected to organise the production order yourself based on deadlines and efficiency.

You’ll work alongside a small production team and be trusted to manage your time, spot problems early and keep jobs moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a Konica Minolta digital press with Fiery RIP (majority of daily work)

• Run and maintain Roland Eco-Solvent, HP Latex, and Epson wide-format printers

• Operate a JWEI digital die cutter

• Monitor multiple machines and keep production flowing efficiently

• Perform routine tasks such as colour calibration, stock loading, and basic machine maintenance

• Assist with finishing work when needed; trimming, binding, lamination, die-cutting, packing and dispatch

• Help maintain an organised, efficient production environment

General familiarity with RIP software such as Fiery Workstation, ColorGate, Onyx, or VersaWorks is helpful but not essential.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering consistently high-quality output with minimal supervision

• Keeping multiple machines running efficiently throughout the day

• Prioritising jobs sensibly based on deadlines and workflow

• Identifying and solving problems before they disrupt production

• Supporting the team when finishing or packing becomes a bottleneck

Our reputation depends on producing excellent work and meeting deadlines: every job leaving the shop reflects that standard.

This Role Is Not Suited To

• People looking for a quiet desk job, this is a hands-on production role

• Applicants who require constant direction or supervision

• Those without practical experience in a real print production environment

• Anyone who prefers slow, repetitive work over a varied and busy workflow

The Right Fit

• You have solid experience in a commercial print production environment

• You’re comfortable managing multiple jobs and machines throughout the day

• You stay calm and organised under pressure

• You take pride in producing high-quality work

• You’re proactive, practical, and willing to step in wherever needed

Physical Requirements

This is an active role. You’ll spend most of the day on your feet and will regularly:

• Load paper stocks and media

• Lift packs of paper and occasional media rolls

• Move materials around the production area

Compensation & Logistics

Location: Central Wellington

Hours: Full-time preferred, though part-time may be considered for the right candidate

Why Join Colourcraft?

We’re a well-established print shop that takes pride in doing things properly. Our systems are well organised, our equipment is modern, and our clients value quality.

Ready to Apply?

Please send your CV along with a short description of your experience.

In your application, briefly outline the types of printing equipment you’ve operated and the kind of work your previous shop produced.

If this sounds like a role you can own, not just do, we’d love to hear from you.