Print Room Coordinator

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Print Room Coordinator is responsible for utilizing equipment and resources to produce imprinted products from our catalog of handheld retractable gear tethers, key and badge holders. This position is responsible for preparing customer’s artwork in appropriate software and printing items, ensuring best possible print quality. 90% print/graphic production and 10% design.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

Workflow management, pre-production file prep and proof creation, large format inkjet printer operation, UV printer operation, laminating, trimming, mounting, etc.

Generate print-ready artwork files and proofs; transfer customer-provided art to appropriate software to ensure best possible print quality and timely production

Review graphics, layouts, and fonts before production is complete to ensure customer requirements and WCC quality expectations are met

Utilize appropriate software to edit, retouch, and/or reformat images and logos to maximize print and digital format quality

Utilize knowledge of color-theory and color-matching to adjust image and/or printer settings

Follow policies and procedures to ensure printed items meet demand expectations

Work with Customer Service and Production departments to provide exceptional customer service

Proactively communicate and escalate issues with equipment or orders to appropriate team members and follow up to ensure matters are resolved

Attend meetings and participate in prioritizing workflow with department leads; align goals and objectives with applicable departments

Guide print room assistants using clear communication to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment

Regularly perform defined maintenance on daily, weekly, monthly schedules. (ex: head cleaning/changing, light maintenance)

Troubleshoot printing issues and coordinate applicable help from internal maintenance team and/or vendor support while minimizing downtime

Maintain supplies and request consumables (ink, paper, etc.) on a regular basis to ensure appropriate materials are available for continued and timely production

Maintain and update records (i.e. templates, proofs, etc.); archive as appropriate. Participate in the creation of new work instructions, as needed

Log time associated with work orders for costing purposes

Other duties as assigned

EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE

PC, Large Format Roland Inkjet Printer, Direct UV Printers

Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Versaworks, Kothari, ProCode

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Detail oriented with ability to trouble-shoot and problem solve

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

High degree of enthusiasm, a can-do attitude, and strong commitment to delivering results.

Must have excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment with frequently changing dynamics.

Reliable and Punctual

Able to work independently as well as part of a team in a growing environment

Ability to communicate, interpret, and provide instructions orally and in writing

Positive Attitude

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a two or four-year college level program in graphic arts, design, or related field.

Minimum of two years’ training or equivalent experience in design and printing.

Be proficient with computer design and office automation tools such as Adobe CS application (Photoshop. Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Roland Versaworks), Corel Draw and Microsoft office applications. Strong knowledge of Pantone.

Strong math skills

Experience with large format Inkjet and UV printers

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to multi-task and adapt to multiple changes in a fast-paced environment

Strong organization and time management sills

Strong communication skills

Detail orientated with ability to trouble-shoot and problem solve

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Must have visual acuity. Must be able to stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time and have ability to climb ladders or stairs occasionally.Company Description

WCC is an employee-owned company of approximately 50 Employee Owners in Ontario, California with over 75 years of established relationships and world-wide brand recognition. Our patented Key-Bak, Boomerang, and Tie-Fast products are found in diverse markets including hardware, hotel, restaurant, health care, casino and gaming, manufacturing, security and law enforcement, and outdoor activities.

At WCC, we employ American ingenuity to help people lead more productive lives. Our six Core Values – WOW our customers, Keep our promises, Support the team, Be proactive, Deliver results, and Be positive - guide the way we do business with our vendors, channel partners, customers and employee-owner teammates as we work together to produce, market and sell quality products and deliver award winning service.

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to include employee stock ownership (ESOP); 401(k), two weeks of paid vacation per year, as well as medical, dental, and vision plans where the company covers 90% of the employee HMO premium and 50% of the cost for your family!

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Full-time