Graphics Technician, Tier III

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world's leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it's in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results-driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility.

Job Summary:

The Graphics Technician will support the graphics team, manufacturing manager, operators, and lithography specialists to confirm that each job on the production floor is accurate and within requirement specifications. They will be responsible to learn, operate, and maintain all subprocesses within the Graphics department including platemaking, prepress operation, and ink and plate processing. The Graphic Technician will report to the Prepress and Plate Coordinator but work closely with the graphic art services team.

Job Duties:

• Understand HYBRID software and have the ability to update data, complete tasks, etc.
• Generate HYBRID job set-up sheets to communicate specific information regarding orders.
• Prepare each job with necessary materials and documentation.
• Document how ink was mixed for jobs or any revisions to orders.
• Follow ink mixing from previous orders that has been documented.
• Examine plates for errors and defects to determine accuracy in print height, text and revisions, etc.
• Examine and clean plates before storage after a job is complete.
• Log and record operational data on computer.
• Conduct coating samples and ensure coatings match.
• Communicate color matches and revisions with INX Manager
• Mix inks to create specific finishes.
• Authority to stop and/or modify work processes due to non-conformance and/or unsafe working conditions.
• Report all potential food safety concerns to the quality assurance manager.
• Perform all other job duties as assigned.
• Actively prepare and process artwork files for Laser Engraver to engrave plates.
• Incorporate all press specifications in files including marks, registration, gain curves, profiles, etc. to achieve press matches.
• Effectively maintain platemaking equipment and perform standard TPM and other maintenance activities.
• Perform Beta Flex QC Checks and evaluations.
• Maintain plate material inventory (i.e. plates, dust, filters, spare parts, etc.)
• Work closely with supplier and graphics team on communicating and ensuring updates from technician visits are fulfilled.
• Root cause plate issues from production and communicate with graphic art service team.
• Support innovation activates associated with plates and inks.
• Operate Proof Press equipment safely and efficiently.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on Proof Press.
• Produce pre-production color samples on Proof Press and ship to customers.
• Assist in preparing job start-ups and set-up sheets for Ink and Plate processing and answer questions that may arise.
• Assist with customer on-line and off-line press checks as needed (virtual or in-person)
• Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
• Modify color modifications on Proof Press and assist in making modifications on production line as needed.
• Conduct tests on plates and distortions as needed.
• Support operations on First Run and/or new art with minor modifications
• Support RD and Innovation commissioning and validation runs.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• 3-5 years' experience in Lithography or Graphics (Tier I-II)
• 3+ years' experience in prepress production for the flexible packaging industry (Tier III Requirement).
• Ability to understand and execute to production schedule within MES.
• Ability to detect color and understand reactions.
• High level of experience in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (Tier III Requirement).
• Ability to operate a computer and use Windows and/or MAC operating system.
• Strong sense of organization and time management.
• Previous plate making experience a must (Tier II-III Requirement)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write and communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to meet demanding timelines in high pressure situations to meet customer requirements.
• Ability to work in a face paced environment while remaining diligent on details
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team enviroment

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That's why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It's business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.