Operator - 2nd Shift

Marketing.com; Canada; On-site; CAD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

PTO

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

A leading digital marketing firm in Canada is looking for an entry-level Operator. You will manage customer files for printing, collaborate with sales staff, and ensure order accuracy. The role requires a high school diploma with preferred experience in graphic arts and a strong understanding of software applications. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a dynamic team focused on creativity and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2 years related experience is required.
• Strong understanding of prepress operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and use a computer.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customer files for printing using software.
• Review work orders for conformity to instructions.
• Coordinate with sales personnel regarding customer art.
• Communicate order problems clearly.
• Provide suggestions to improve workflow.
• Comply with work and safety rules.

Skills

Graphic arts software knowledge

Macintosh layout proficiency

Windows platform applications

Strong composition understanding

Mathematical skills

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Prinergy

Quark Xpress

Indesign

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This range is provided by Marketing.com. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$17.00/hr - $17.00/hr

Company

Marketing.com brings together people from diverse personal and professional backgrounds to create a technology-centered, people-powered culture that is constantly evolving and redefining how marketing is done. Our team members bring to work a combined history of dedication, service and being the best at what they do—everyday. With over 30 production facilities in the US (and growing!), we provide comprehensive digital marketing services, commercial printing, warehousing & fulfillment, direct mail marketing, sign manufacturing & fabrication, and promotional products. We are expanding at warp speed and are adding to our team – from our sales office and shop floor locations to our remote online team members. We are a diverse, creative, and passionate crew who is always looking to discover and implement fresh, innovative ideas and make some pretty amazing things.

Job Summary

The Operator 1 will complete tasks related to the accurate and timely completion of orders per customer specifications using a variety of desktop publishing equipment and integrated software packages under the direction of the Prepress Lead. As an entry level on-the-job training position for skill, this may include receiving, evaluating, and modifying more complex customer files, and the learning of new techniques on specific skills and procedures.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Uses various desktop publishing and proprietary software packages to prepare customer files for printing.
• Reviews work orders to insure conformity to written and verbal instructions.
• Coordinates customer supplied art with sales personnel for reach order.
• Communicates order problems with supervisor, customer service representatives and sales staff.
• Advises customer regarding format and technical issues for best quality printing.
• Documents order actions and customer contacts clearly and concisely. Follows department procedures.
• Provides feedback and suggestions to supervisors about current or future workflow problems or needs.
• On-the-job training entry position for technician position.
• Must be at work on time as scheduled. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and overtime.
• Ability to work in a busy work center performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Setting and Achieving Goals – Self Starter.
• Detail Orientation - Strives to do well and continuously attempts to consistently meet set standards in manufacturing, area cleanliness and overall department success.
• Initiative - Identifies and acts upon opportunities to increase quality of own work and maximize efficiency and productivity of the department.
• Comply with work and safety rules.
• All other duties assigned by Plant or PrePress Manager.

Basic Qualifications

H.S. diploma or equivalent, Associate's degree preferred.

Minimum Required Experience: 2 Years Related Experience.

Preferred Skills

Excellent working knowledge of current graphic arts software, Macintosh layout, Windows platform and design applications, i.e. Prinergy, Quark Xpress, Indesign, etc…

Requires a strong understanding of composition and prepress operations.

Previous experience or training in computer-to-plate technology preferred.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures and numerical data. Ability to write simple reports and general business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, customers and employees.

Mathematical Skills – ability to add subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Compute rates, discounts, count inventory, and percentages. Calculate volumes, weights and measures. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Work Planning, Organization & Execution – Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Able to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Physical Requirements

• Normal, no adverse or hazardous conditions. Warehouse and plant with exposure to dust, noise and fumes. Walking and standing 100% on concrete flooring.
• Position requires grasping and utilizing manual dexterity including hand/finger coordination and the utilization of color vision.
• The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, toxic chemicals and heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Lift up to 50 lbs; lift up to 100 lbs with assistance occasionally.
• Ability to use computer and calculator.
• Ability to sit (5%), stand (55%), walk (20%), kneel/squat (10%) and bend (10%) for eight hours.

Our Company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long-term disability, 401k, PTO, and Company-paid holidays.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Advertising Services