Flexo Press operator

Position Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Flexo Press Operator position will be at our facility in Denton, TX, this position will complete tasks related to the accurate and timely completion of orders per customer specifications using a variety of desktop publishing equipment and integrated software packages. This may include receiving, evaluating, and modifying more complex customer files, and the training of new technicians on specific skills and procedures.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Uses various desktop publishing and proprietary software packages to prepare customer files for printing.

Reviews work orders to insure conformity to written and verbal instructions.

Coordinates customer supplied art with sales personnel for reach order.

Communicates order problems with supervisor, customer service representatives and sales staff.

Advises customer regarding format and technical issues for best quality printing.

Documents order actions and customer contacts clearly and concisely. Follows department procedures.

Provides feedback and suggestions to supervisors about current or future workflow problems or needs.

Must be at work on time as scheduled. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and overtime

Ability to work in a busy work center performing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Setting and Achieving Goals – Self Starter.

Detail Orientation - Strives to do well and continuously attempts to consistently meet set standards in manufacturing, area cleanliness and overall department success.

Initiative - Identifies and acts upon opportunities to increase quality of own work and maximize efficiency and productivity of the department.

Assists in training of new technicians

Comply with work and safety rules.

Any and all other duties assigned by Plant or PrePress Manager

??Preferred Skills?

Excellent working knowledge of current graphic arts software, Macintosh layout, Windows platform and design applications, i.e. Prinergy, Quark Xpress, Indesign, etc…

Requires a strong understanding of composition and prepress operations

Previous experience or training in computer-to-plate technology preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal, no adverse or hazardous conditions. Plant with exposure to dust, noise and fumes. .

Position requires grasping and utilizing manual dexterity including hand/finger coordination and the utilization of color vision.

Lift up to 25 lbs.

Ability to use computer and calculator

Ability to sit (80%), stand (5%), walk (5%), kneel/squat (5%) and bend (5%) for eight hours.