Machine Operator (Canon and Zund)

About the job

Laz Emporium is an online store as well as a physical shop and gallery space based in Soho, London. In our London store, the basement floor is an exhibition and music performance space, with a revolving set of shows and events throughout the year. 

About Laz Emporium: 

Laz Emporium is the latest venture from ‘accidental art dealer’, gallery owner and photographer, Steve Lazarides. We are an art and interior design studio producing innovative and up-cycled pieces from the photography of Steve Lazarides as well as working with contemporary artists. These include: Charming Baker; Joanthan Yeo; Mister Stash; Jamie Hewlett; War Boutique; Jake Chapman to name a few. Steve recently published two 300-page books Banksy Captured Vol 1 & 2, featuring his images taken while working as official photographer and agent for the artist. Laz Studio currently create art editions and interior design pieces sold in Laz Emporium shop and online via: lazemporium.com. 

Job Description: 

We are looking for an experienced machine operator to operate our Zund di cutter and Canon Arizona, ideally with some knowledge of package design. You will work in our Bristol studio alongside specialists within textiles, screen and digital printing, framing, and woodworking. 

The role would suit an ambitious, self-starter who is looking for a role to shape, and really make their own. You will need to be able to think ‘outside the box’ and push the limitations of the machines to assist the creative director with new ideas and concepts. 

Experimenting is key within our art studios, so you will need to be up for trying new things, that don’t always fit the ‘norm’. In return, you will have the freedom to really push the boundaries and play a key role in the development of new products and the Laz Emporium brand. 

While we are an art studio with an informal atmosphere, we are also a rapidly growing dynamic business with a robust schedule. You will need to be able to work independently, managing your time across multiple projects and deadlines. 

Ultimately the most vital professional skills we’re seeking are the ability to work in a team under pressure, act competently on initiative, and a positive, ‘can do’ attitude.

Day-to-day tasks include: 

• Fulfilling website orders via print and bespoke packaging. 

• Produce print stock and bespoke packaging stock for items. 

• Keep on top of stock items and re-order if needed e.g. Material stock, inks etc. 

• Daily maintenance of Canon Arizona printer and Zund di cutter. 

• Explore and work on ideas and projects managed by the owner. 

• Experimenting and exploring; Using the machines to achieve different finishes. 

• Assist the team with any print-related questions. 

Skills: 

• Experience of operating a Zund di cutter and use of the zund router and/or Canon Arizona printer preferred. 

• Solid working knowledge of large format printing & finishing processes is essential, industry terminology and materials. Various wide format finishing equipment (i.e. Zund file setup and cutting). • Computer literate, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, desirable. 

• A solid knowledge of the printing process and setting up print ready artwork. 

• Accuracy and attention to detail, consistently delivering a high standard of work. 

• A positive and pro-active approach. • Able to work independently, and as part of a team. 

• Good communication skills. 

• Problem solving skills. 

• Understanding of machine maintenance and able to confidently carry out. 

• Safely and efficiently run the machines.

Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time, permanent position

Email your CV to: kristina@lazstudio.co.uk