Print Tool Technician

The Print Tool Technician is accountable for all tasks/duties described in this job description as well as other assignments as directed by the Prepress Graphics Manager, Lead and/or Plant Manager. The Print Tool Technician sets the foundation for successful printing production. They ensure that the proper tools are available when the press needs them or provides timely communication with production to minimize downtime.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Regular and predictable attendance, including logging in and out of time worked
• Complies with all company and safety policies and procedures
• Makes printing plates
• 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, Prepress Manager, or Prepress Supervisor
• Maintains Web Center and PSA schedules to understand priorities and mark completion of jobs or flags

Additional Responsibilities (less than 50% of time):

• Participate in continuous improvement / Kaizen teams.
• Attends department meetings and internal training classes
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

The requirements for the job are as follows:

• HS Diploma or GED is required; College degree strongly preferred, ideally related to the printing industry
• Print manufacturing experience preferred
• Technical expertise in flexo, litho, rotary screen and general printing processes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into actionable tasks.
• Intimate knowledge in preparing / planning artwork for high-volume printing.
• 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 and work in a fast paced environment.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and planning skills.

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