Offset Plate Technician: Precision Plates & Equipment Care

Quad/Graphics; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Holidays

Additional benefits

Job summary

Quad/Graphics is seeking an Offset Plate Maker to oversee the plate-making process from start to finish, including generating digital impositions and producing press-ready plates. You will work with internal and external customers to ensure smooth, efficient printing operations.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic computer and mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work varying shifts with potential overtime. No prior experience is required as training is provided.”

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems in the Plate room (Mac OS/Windows OS & Imaging Job Control).
• Ability to read, comprehend, and write instructions and correspondence.
• Ability to work varying shifts and overtime as needed.
• Knowledge of press layout configurations (Saddle Stitch, Perfect Binding, Gatefolds, half and ¾ webs).

Responsibilities

• Create digital plate surfaces with precision and care.
• Maintain platemaking equipment, including daily/weekly maintenance and troubleshooting Creo errors.
• Load and unload platemaking materials to manufacture plates for press usage.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to keep production on track.
• Inspect plates for quality to meet high standards.
• Track and move job components through production using Smart tools.

Skills

Plate room knowledge

Basic computer skills

Reading/writing instructions

Math abilities

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Creo

Job description

Quad/Graphics is seeking an Offset Plate Maker to oversee the plate-making process from start to finish, including generating digital impositions and producing press-ready plates. You will work with internal and external customers to ensure smooth, efficient printing operations.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic computer and mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work varying shifts with potential overtime. No prior experience is required as training is provided.”