Print Tool Technician: Plates, Screens & QA Pro

multi color corp; Minor Lane Heights (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MCC in Kentucky is seeking a Print Tool Technician to support efficient printing production by ensuring the right tools are available and by coordinating with the press and production teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with flexo and rotary screens, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required; college degree strongly preferred in printing.
• Print manufacturing experience preferred.
• Technical expertise in flexo, rotary screen, and general printing processes.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to translate technical information into actionable tasks.
• Knowledge of color separations, press layouts, print specifications.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Radius job management software experience is a plus.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and planning skills.
• Requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Regular and predictable attendance, including logging time.
• Complies with all company and safety policies.
• Make flexographic/lithoplates
• Make Rotary Screens
• Responsible for the critical evaluation of all plates/screens made and completes appropriate QA check lists
• Responsible for maintaining Plate and Screen Tracking Logs
• Verifies information on Plate Envelope is correct
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining platemaking room/screen room and equipment
• Responsible for completing preventive maintenance in accordance to set schedule and need
• Coordinates plate priorities with Scheduling, Graphics Coordinator, or Graphics Supervisor
• Maintains components-to-press schedules to understand priorities and mark completion of jobs or flags
• Participate in continuous improvement / Kaizen teams
• Attends department meetings and internal training classes
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Color separations

Press layouts

Print specs

MS Office

Radius

Education

HS Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Radius

MS Office

Job description

MCC in Kentucky is seeking a Print Tool Technician to support efficient printing production by ensuring the right tools are available and by coordinating with the press and production teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with flexo and rotary screens, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.