Printing Cutting Process Tech

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Printing and Cutting Process Technician

Position Overview

The Printing and Cutting Process Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of all print room equipment and processes. This includes oversight of personnel, preventative maintenance, autonomous management, and the effective use of materials to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a safety leader in all print and cutting operations.
• Direct and coordinate maintenance, repair, and upkeep of Printing Presses, Nlines, HSDC, Zerand Die Cutter, Mounting Machine, and Laser Cleaner within the Printing Department.
• Collaborate with Print Department Manager, Maintenance Manager, and Material Manager to prioritize and implement efficiency improvements, cost reduction projects, and equipment maintenance. Maintain detailed documentation as required.
• Evaluate and implement process improvements to increase output and quality. Lead and participate in WCO (World Class Operations) projects within the area.
• Develop and train staff to ensure a skilled and knowledgeable team in all relevant areas.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external service providers for electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and machining needs as required.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work culture by communicating and driving new ideas.
• Actively participate in cross-functional working groups and serve as a liaison between departments to support operational initiatives.
• Identify and exceed internal and external customer requirements within the area of responsibility.
• Take ownership of business improvements that increase income or reduce costs within the area of responsibility.

Qualification Requirements

• Direct experience operating and maintaining printing and die cutting lines.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead teams through defined projects to successful outcomes.
• Ability to follow and improve production, maintenance, and personnel procedures; capable of implementing and supervising complex tasks.
• Proven experience collaborating with HR, Maintenance, Operations, WCO, Safety, and Quality Assurance teams.
• Strong skills in employee supervision, including accountability, work planning, assignment and review, and staff training.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of five years' direct experience in print and cut operations with a record of above-satisfactory performance.
• WCO training and experience are considered a plus.
• College degree or equivalent, or at least eight years of professional manufacturing experience.

• Employee works in manufacturing environment and uses equipment such as office and shop equipment. Requires sitting (20%) and walking (80%) over a plant that is 1 million sq ft. Requires full range of body motion such as stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying up to 25 lbs. and reaching at shoulder level. Incumbent must wear safety glasses, hair/beard net, safety shoes and all other protective safety equipment as needed, and have near/far acuity and color vision.

Additional Information

• The company is an EO/AA Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

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