Graphic Production Artist

PPC Flex; Payson (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Flex is seeking a Graphics Designer to handle and store graphic files and assets, supporting the production of flexible packaging materials. The role involves preparing art files for various print methods and ensuring adherence to quality procedures.

You will work with the Graphics team to resolve print issues, improve workflows, and assist with signage and promotional materials as needed. Strong software knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in information inputs.
• Flexographic printing experience and mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Knowledge of Apple, Adobe (PDF, Illustrator, Photoshop), ES KO and Microsoft Office platforms.
• Able to read and understand work orders and convey direction to graphics suppliers.
• Capable of basic mathematical calculations and using a tape measure.
• Flexibility to address changing priorities to meet customer and production needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication; team experience and continuous improvement skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Check all software and hardware at shift start/end and coordinate with IT.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Prepare digital art files for Flexographic, Offset and Digital printing.
• Assemble pre-flight files and adjust to dieline requirements and print tolerances.
• Receive or post files via PPC platform or other file systems.
• Pre-flight evaluation of art files for print readiness.
• Follow QC procedures to ensure proper processing for print production.
• Collaborate with Graphics team to avoid production issues and meet schedules.
• Suggest improvements to workflows, templates, and archiving.
• Assist with art for signage, documents and promotional materials as needed.
• Provide guidance to designers regarding files, fonts, and elements.
• Stay current on software/hardware upgrades to improve workflow.
• Cover for other Graphics team members during vacations/sick days.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Flexographic printing experience

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Reading work orders

Mathematical proficiency

Tools

Apple

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

ESKO

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Associates in the Graphics Designer position are responsible for handling and storage of all graphic files & assets. The work will support PPC’s ability to produce quality flexible packaging materials in accordance with specific work instructions and applicable safety and quality assurance procedures. In the event of absence, these job responsibilities will be covered by another employee in the “Graphics Production Artist” positions.

Responsibilities And Duties

This job description and performance standard document has been prepared as a guide to ensure better communication and understanding. All responsibilities, however, have not been included, nor could they be. Your Supervisor/Manager may from time to time ask you to perform other related duties not specifically included in this description. Likewise, this description will be revised when required to meet current business needs.

• Checks all software and hardware at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure good housekeeping is maintained, documents housekeeping as required and contacts the IT department whenever equipment is not running properly. Completes preventative maintenance on equipment as assigned and assists the IT department with repairs.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Prepares all digital art files as requested for Flexographic, Offset and Digital printing.
• Follows instructions, both written and verbal, as it pertains to the assembly of art files for print production. Seek to get answers to questions or concerns regarding potential print issues that may develop during file preparation to ensure positive outcomes.
• Able to receive or post files as needed. This may be on PPC platform or another file transit system.
• Evaluates art files provided for content usable for assembly and print production (Pre-Flight). This includes confirming adequate file format, components, layer assessment, etc.
• Assembles the pre-flight files for print production. Adjust files as needed to meet dieline requirements, specifications from work order and print tolerances. When possible, multiple items should be set up using the “master” template process for efficiency, consistency in art prep and print production.
• Follows strict compliance with all Quality Control procedures to make sure that the files are being processed appropriately for print production. This includes file preparation and communication with the Graphics Supplier as well as all evaluation of the files prior to proofing and plate production.
• Works proactively with the Graphics team to avoid any potential issues in meeting the proof or print production schedule.
• Generates improvement ideas and embraces improvement projects to better the business. Helps to improve the workflow, including communication, template and file assembly, archiving and the standards and tolerances associated with artwork preparation for print production.
• As needed, assist with the art for signage, documents and promotional materials as needed.
• Occasionally communicate with designers/graphic artists as it relates to file preparation, needed elements such as images or fonts, or other areas as required to keep a project active.
• Will need to stay current on software/hardware upgrades or other assets which can improve the workflow, services, products, and quality of the Graphics department.
• Covers time for other Graphics team members for vacation and sick days.

Skills And Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, completing required information system’s inputs with a high degree of accuracy.
• Previous Flexographic printing and mechanical aptitude/experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Apple, Adobe (PDF, Illustrator, and Photoshop), ESKO and Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) platforms/programs a must with some degree of proficiency required.
• Able to read and understand work orders and provide written/verbal direction to Graphics Suppliers for the successful completion of required treatment of files.
• Capable of performing mathematical calculation and properly using a tape measure.
• Flexibility in work assignments and priorities is required to address the dynamic needs of our customers, Sales team and the print production schedule.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required. Proven experience with effective teams, project management, and continuous improvement methods strongly preferred.