Large Format Print Technician

Job Description

Key Duties:

This highly detail-oriented position is responsible for the day-to-day activities of Ghent Graphics production process from beginning to end. Accountable for all production metrics including but not limited to: quality, on-time, scrap, freight damage, labor efficiency, overall cost of goods sold. Handles various minor operation problems and is a resource to others in the resolution of problems and issues. This position requires a reliable, proactive self-starter who can meet the day-to-day operational demands.

A disciplined individual who can map out production schedules that involve intercompany scheduling of multiple work centers. This individual plays a key role on the Ghent Graphics Operations Team and is responsible for accomplishing production department goals and objectives. This role requires both technical and creative skills, as well as familiarity with print production workflows.

What You Will Be Responsible For and Doing:

• Work closely with Ghent Graphics Lead and designers.
• Set up large format print jobs.
• Color match
• Complete daily production needs as instructed by team lead. Thoroughly inspect steel, hardboard, or glass before and after the burning process or print.
• Post and scan per company requirements.
• Responsible for high level of detail (both visual and tactile) from beginning to end (inspects product for defects and ensures quality standards are met).
• Responsible for requesting materials for products and address backflush issues with Warehouse team.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing daily (clear and decisive communications) with Ghent Graphic’s Team, Customers, and Production Departments regarding Ghent Graphics production and customer service issues in a timely manner.
• Follow and enforce company policies, core values and safety procedures along with maintaining a clean area daily and following 5 S principles.
• Responsible for Ghent Graphics inventory control (cycle counting and maintaining inventory).
• Work at different workstations as required (assemble, pack, etc.) and work in Ghent departments to meet organizational needs (ability to be cross trained).
• Work company assigned hours for the position and additional hours if needed (regular and predictable attendance).
• Additional duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities:

• Work independently within a team-based environment while keeping open communication with the operations team.
• Build effective relationships (quickly develop rapport with others to assist in the effective production of Ghent Graphic products).
• Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
• Organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frames.

Qualifications: Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience: Associate Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent work experience preferred but not required. Minimum of one to two years experience in printing/manufacturing related environment (graphic art environment a plus) preferred. Past job performance must have demonstrated a high degree of planning and or organizing skills and strong communication skills.

Knowledge and

Competencies:

The following key competencies represent qualities, traits and behaviors that a successful employee will exhibit. This list is not exhaustive, as other qualities, traits and behaviors are desired.

• Excellent communication ability to follow through on requests for information and select appropriate responses; good listening skills, paying attention to others’ communications to ensure understanding; seeking input and showing a genuine interest in others’ opinions, facilitating and sharing information within department and across departments.
• Complete understanding of Adobe Illustrator.
• Ability to be cross trained in other production departments throughout GMi.
• Basic understanding of print processes, plotter printers and Flatbed/UV printers.