Plate Maker

Description

AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions servicing Healthcare, Consumer Brand, and Technology clients worldwide. AWT employs nearly 650 associates and operates facilities in Minneapolis, MN (Headquarters), South Elgin, IL, Hauppauge, NY, Grand Blanc, MI, Anaheim, CA, Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, Winston-Salem and Garner, NC. AWT is the trusted partner for leading brands, delivering comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable solutions with exceptional quality, expertise, and responsiveness. More information about AWT can be found at

AWT offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, HSA, 401k with match, holidays and paid time off.

AWT has the following position open in our Minneapolis, MN location:

The schedule for this position is Mon - Th, Hours are 2pm - 12:30am. Additional days and hours may be necessary due to production requirements.


Plate making, generating final Len files, processing digital rerun files, pre-mac production (putting together incoming orders), maintenance and any other duties assigned by the Prepress Supervisor.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities (Note, activities that occupy approx. 90% of time):

• On time, error free plate making as dictated by daily production schedule.
• Accurate time and materials charges in PSI.
• Purging of obsolete plate files and associated computer files

Secondary Tasks and Responsibilities (Occupies balance of time):

• Any other activities as directed by supervisor.
• Participate in quality improvement initiative to ensure customer satisfaction and that all jobs meet or exceed the customer's expectations.

Requirements

Physical Job Demands:

Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time working at desk/computer as needed.

Able to lift 50 lbs. to waist level without assistance (this applies to plate making only).

Skills/Abilities to Meet Job Requirements:

Good communication skills - professional written and verbal; knowledge of digital file manipulation; ability to take direction and accomplish projects in a timely manner; ability to work independently and in a team environment; ability to perform multiple tasks and understand priorities; attention to detail; good Mac and PC skills; proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Esko Software Suite; familiar with PC Windows based software and PSI a plus.