Print Production Operator (Color)

About the role

The successful candidate will enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced print environment supporting ARC Document Solutions' mission: "We do the job right the first time, with quality and we meet or beat the deadline."

Responsibilities

• Prioritize incoming orders based on customer needs, workload, media, finishing, bindery, and machine capabilities.
• Estimate time and media requirements; inform the production manager and/or client of any requests that can’t be met and give recommendations to fulfill client needs.
• Receive, process, and modify client files as needed to print per specifications.
• Operate and maintain printers, bindery, and/or finishing equipment.
• Maintain media, substrate, ink, toner, bindery, and/or finishing inventory.
• QC printed and finished materials based on our high-quality standard.
• Package completed projects for Will-Call, Delivery, or Shipping.
• Organize and arrange your work area to enhance productivity.
• Work overtime when necessary to meet client expectations.
• Assist in other departments as needed.
• Absorb customer service by answering phones and taking messages as needed.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• An Associates of Arts Degree focusing on Graphic/Production Design and/or 2+ years' equivalent experience in the color reprographics field using design and file/print editing software.

Skills

• The ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.
• High Level Knowledge of Adobe CC - focusing on Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign.
• Finishing experience is a must.
• Must be able to operate a flatbed printer.
• High Level Knowledge of RIP software – Onyx RIP Que, & Fiery.
• High Level Knowledge of Cut software – Colex.
• Working knowledge of MS Software such as Outlook, Excel, & Word.
• Tech savvy – able to navigate new (and old) software with limited training.
• Thorough knowledge of materials and equipment utilized in color printing, duplicating, binding, and finishing.
• The ability to lift up to 50lbs, maneuver prints, media, and substrates carefully ensuring no damage occurs when transferring between machines and/or during packaging.
• Attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task while maintaining quality, accuracy & scale.
• A can-do attitude with a continuing need to self-improve by researching new materials and learning innovative ways to utilize production equipment in our quest to delight our clients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with a match, Company-Paid Life Insurance, and an array of voluntary benefits which include STD, LTD, Voluntary Life, PTO, PEDs, employee Recognition Programs, Spot Awards, and more!

Pay

$23.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM