Print Operator

Marking Services, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Marking Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled Imaging Technician to perform daily production activities in the Imaging Department, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role involves handling materials, printing digital imaged products, and maintaining accurate production paperwork. The candidate should have at least 1 year of digital print experience, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Graphix Advantage, and strong attention to color and design.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree in print/graphics preferred.
• At least 1 year of digital print experience.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator and/or Graphix Advantage required.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail and color/design sense.

Responsibilities

• Receive manufacturing orders and stock orders from production planning; verify orders and determine completeness.
• Move materials from Imaging to the next stage per Manufacturing Order.
• Complete required Manufacturing and Stock Order paperwork for quality requirements.
• Retrieve order files and manipulate layouts to print digital imaged products.
• Proofread signs and labels and conduct quality assurance for on-time delivery.
• Assist in training/new employees and support production team.
• Participate in weekly/monthly inventory counts and report quantities.
• Keep the production area clean and safe; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Detail orientation

Fast-paced

Self-motivated

Color design sense

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree in Print or Graphics

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Graphix Advantage

MS Office

Job description

Description

Perform daily production activities of Imaging Department meeting all standards to ensure customer and quality standards are met. Consistently meets safety protocols.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtains manufacturing orders and stock orders from the production planning department. Receives raw materials, or goods-in-process, along with order, verifying orders are correct and determines whether order is complete or incomplete.
• Sends material from Imaging to the next stage in the manufacturing process as defined by the Manufacturing Order.
• Completes required Manufacturing and Stock Order paperwork for established quality requirements.

• Gains technical understanding of how each material/product is produced and how to manufacture each item. Ensures finished products meet quality and customer specification standards.
• The Imaging Technician is responsible for all aspects of operating post-digital output equipment that includes vinyl plotters and imaging equipment.
• Technician must retrieve order files and manipulate layouts in order to print digital imaged products.
• Proofreads signs and labels and conduct quality assurance to ensure the production of high quality, accurate signs and labels while meeting on-time delivery.

• Consistently performs at the highest level of manufacturing efficiency and quality standards (accuracy, scrap, utilization, rework, equipment downtime).

• Assists in training/coaching new employees and aid production team to be meet departmental needs.
• Participates in weekly and monthly inventory counts and report quantities to purchasing

• Keep the production clean and organized. Consistently follows all safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associates Degree in print or graphics preferred.
• No less than 1 year previous experience in digital print
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator and/or Graphix Advantage required
• Must be proficient in MS Office products
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work entire shift on feet
• Technical skills related to basic equipment maintenance required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work at a fast pace.
• High attention to detail; a good eye for color and design is necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

There is moderate risk of injury. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. routinely. Average work hours are 40 hours per week. May require some additional hours when production demand is high. Must be able to stand entire shift. Consistent and regular attendance required.