Press Technician

Press Technician

Category: Professional

Location: Sturgis, MI 49091

Pay: $20.00 Hourly

Status: Open

Description

Press Technician

A specialized manufacturer providing tailored packaging, including folding cartons, inserts, and labels for the healthcare and consumer industries.

What's in it for you?

• Health insurance, Vision, Dental, Lift, Short-term, Paid time off, Paid holidays, 30% match 401k.

Press Technician Details:

• Direct hire position
• $ 20.00 to $ 25.00 / hour
• Full Time work available
• First shift

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The role requires flexibility to work overtime as needed and adapt to potential first or second shift schedules based on operational demands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process customer files efficiently, preparing them for print production.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight inspections, troubleshoot file issues, and implement necessary corrections.
• Prepare and impose files accurately for final output, adhering to layout and registration specifications.
• Perform precise file processing, type adjustments, and color corrections to meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Generate proofs for internal review and client approval, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Manage file preparation for plating and operate plating equipment effectively.
• Collaborate with production teams to maintain a smooth and efficient pre-press to print workflow.
• Uphold high standards of quality control throughout all stages of file processing.

Press Technician Qualifications:

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven experience as a Press Technician, Prepress Operator, or in a similar print production role.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Kodak software.
• Experience utilizing CGS software.
• Strong operational understanding of printing presses and associated machinery.
• Proven ability as a process technician, capable of optimizing workflows and resolving technical challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility and willingness to work both first and second shifts as required.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience or familiarity with Production Planning.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check is mandatory.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is mandatory.

Applicant may be subject to a background check. Pre-employment drug screen (excluding THC) is required as a condition of employment. A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.