Digital Finish Technician

The Imagine Group, LLC; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Imagine Group is seeking a Digital Finishing Technician in California to perform finishing and bindery steps, operate digital cutting equipment, and ensure productivity and quality. You will review job tickets, set up equipment, cut products to final size, monitor output, and maintain safe, efficient production workflows.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with relevant industry experience or prior Imagine temporary assignment with manager approval.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, four years relevant industry experience or experience as an Imagine temporary employee with manager approval to hire full-time.
• Previous experience in printing, manufacturing, distribution, and/or fulfillment.
• Experience using an ERP system.
• Ability to communicate/understand written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand all job ticket information.
• Operate digital cutting equipment and the software necessary for the cutting operations.
• Complete equipment standard set up and adjustments as needed.
• Cut product to final size/shape by operating finishing equipment.
• Monitor output quality, including data collection for job tracking, and report issues as appropriate.
• May be responsible for ensuring materials for the job are in stock and available for production.
• Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance to finishing equipment.
• Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements.
• May need to move material via material handling equipment (may entail use of forklift/pallet jacks)
• Work overtime as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Color vision

Machine setup

Math basics

Measuring skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's Imagine a better way together.

Job Summary

The Digital Finishing Technician performs finishing and/or bindery steps necessary to complete an order in an efficient manner per Imagine standards and procedures. The Digital Finishing Technician is responsible for all aspects of operating the digital cutting equipment and continuously meeting/exceeding productivity and quality standards, as well as completing within budget and on time.

Job Description

• Review and understand all job ticket information.
• Operate digital cutting equipment and the software necessary for the cutting operations.
• Complete equipment standard set up and adjustments as needed.
• Cut product to final size/shape by operating finishing equipment.
• Monitor output quality, including data collection for job tracking, and report issues as appropriate.
• May be responsible for ensuring materials for the job are in stock and available for production.
• Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance to finishing equipment.
• Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements.
• May need to move material via material handling equipment (may entail use of forklift/pallet jacks)
• Work overtime as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pay Rate

$19 - $25

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• High school diploma or equivalent, four years relevant industry experience or experience as an Imagine temporary employee along with manager approval to hire full-time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• Previous experience working in printing, manufacturing, distribution, and/or fulfillment.
• Experience using an ERP system.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to communicate/understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects and distinguish color.
• Ability to apply written instructions to machine set-up.
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic measuring skills including Standard and Metric units.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work
• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
• Travel: N/A
• Chemicals: N/A
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.

EEO Statement

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.