Graphics Tech

Graphic Packaging Careers•Vancouver, WA

10d

About The Position

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible. JOB SUMMARY: The role of Graphic Technician is vital to the success of folding carton print manufacturing at GPI. The Graphic Technician is the graphics manufacturing expert who handles graphic receivables including customer proofs, files and information. The responsibilities of the role entail working with major internationally known brands to ensure that their graphics adhere to print standards. The Graphic Technician uses production software to inspect and construct plating files used for offset press production. To be successful in this role, the Graphic Technician must be able to follow and deliver on daily plant production schedules. This includes using database systems and graphic software tools to coordinate the staging, inspection and shipping of graphic related print materials to the Vancouver and Gresham plants. The Graphic Technician has the responsibility of processing platesetter-ready files per order specification. The work provided must be accurate, timely and done with pride. The role also requires a collaborative approach and professional interactions with other GPI business units, customer suppliers, manufacturing plants and Graphic Services department peers. The ability to work independently and to be accountable are also essential for this role. Knowledge base: The ideal candidate will possess a graphic production knowledgebase with strong understanding of digital artwork, proofing concepts, CMYK, spot color inks, CAD structural files, along with cause-and-effect scenarios in a print production environment. A strong understanding of computer concepts, graphic arts, digital imaging and the ability to manipulate graphic files are paramount for success in this position. The ideal candidate would have a working understanding of industry specifications and best practices for graphic reproduction, such as: G7, FTA, IDEAlliance, CxF & PDF.

Requirements

Good understanding of applicable graphics software and PC computer hardware.
Demonstrated functional/technical knowledge and skills to perform tasks at a high level.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, production workflow software and handheld measurement devices.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral; ability to facilitate agreeable outcomes among customers, suppliers, and GPI interests.
Must have the ability to lift and carry packages and graphic arts supplies.
Education – Minimum BA degree or a minimum of 5 years related printing or converting work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Receive, prepare, process, inspect and ship graphic production materials based on the needs of GPI
Use industry related graphics software to process materials, including: Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel, EyeC Proofiler, Kodak Prinergy
Communicate with graphic suppliers, department peers and Customer Advocates to secure approved graphic materials (using a face-to-face approach where applicable as well as telephone skills & email skills)
Communicate with all GPI stakeholders to pass along production materials and information for the manufacturing of those materials
Maintain, update and capture job history in corporate ERP system (SAP) and department material databases
Perform job graphic production and process plant orders as they are made available
Monitor and maintain plant production schedules; communicate delivery timing and escalate any issues with supervisor and plant
Handling and reading of proofs and associated electronic files and imposition in order to send a working file for plating at the printing facility
Process daily quota of required jobs
Use Kodak workflow software to build print production ready layout files and generate proofing files for quality inspection
Follow prescribed industry specifications related to 4 color process printing, color management profiles and related ISO print standards
Coordinate Plant and Graphic Services department workflow task
Provide point-of-contact for plant troubleshooting
Support new graphics onboarding
Maintain and coordinate a department core-critical workflow task which supports the operations of the department.
Act as a stakeholder responsible for the success of a department operation
Standardize complex workflow tasks and assists others in the pursuit of excellence.
Work with a continuous improvement mindset and can coach and train others when called upon
Act as a beacon of knowledge for others so that they learn from the positive work ethic and attributes that are associated with the core values of GPI
Processing of internal graphic project tasks and requests as necessary
Filing of materials, replacing of printer paper and ink cartridges, cleaning of common areas and general maintenance of department equipment
Other job duties as assigned
Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.