Ink Technician

*Plate making & Ink Technician: Job Description*

*Schreiner Group LP* has a full-time regular position for a *Plate making & Ink Technician*. The Plate making & Ink Technician will be an active and integral part of the Production team.

Our facility operates on 2 shift, 10-hour day schedule with Fridays for potential overtime. The ability to work overtime is required for this position.

Responsibilities

* Preparing and inspecting printing plates and printing screens for production (Flexo plates, flat screens and Rotary screens)
* Usage of computerized system to load output files into Computer-to-Plate and Computer-to-Screen equipment
* Retrieving plates, screens and die cutting tools from Archive Storage
* Mixing/toning of spot colors and varnishes; mixing of inks for color match
* Maintains ink recipes in the ERP system as well as preparing color proofs
* Inventory control of Inks/varnishes in storage through ERP system
* Assembly of job components (Plates, die cutting tools, inks, documentation) to prepare job for press
* Perform and assist in the preventive maintenance needed for all plate making equipment (Plate Exposure systems, Washout system, etc.)
* Control waste by controlling ongoing quality checks during production of films and plates
* Aid in all trouble shooting for the press which relate to printing plates/ screens, inks or color mismatch

Qualifications

* High School Diploma or General Equivalent Degree or higher educational degree
* 1-5 years' experience within the field of print production
* Reading, analyzing, and interpreting technical procedures, manuals and manufacturing documents
* Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
* Intermediate level of compute knowledge in the Microsoft Office Suites
* Ability to lift 50 pounds
* Standing or sitting for long periods time

\*Come join our growing team Schreiner Group offers excellent benefits, engaging work environment & career growth opportunities We also recognize the hardships inflation has caused and have given our staff compensation to assist with inflation costs. \*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.36 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Overnight shift
* Overtime

Experience:
* Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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