3rd Shift Pre Press Technician

York Container, an Atlantic Packaging Company, is an industry leader in the manufacture of performance-based brown box, multi-color display-ready and e-commerce corrugated packaging to some of the most well-known names in the consumer products in the world.  We are in search of a highly-motivated, self-driven PREPRESS TECHNICIAN to join our successful teams!

• HEALTHCARE BENEFITS START AT 30 DAYS
• PTO/PSTO ACCRUAL UPON HIRE DATE
• PROFIT SHARING & GAIN SHARING OPPORTUNITIES
• COMPANY-PAID BENEFITS SUCH AS BASIC LIFE AND
• SHORT TERM DISABILITY
• 401K WITH COMPANY MATCH
• EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE

Job Summary:

Coordinate the Prepress department’s fulfillment of day to day ink demands.

Essential Job Functions:

• Dispense ink for 24-hour production schedule
• Handle requests for new formulations
• Maintain color standard library
• Maintain ink inventory at appropriate levels
• Clean and maintain ink dispensing equipment
• Report on old inventory and coordinate ink rework
• Assist with color matching and troubleshooting on press

Other Functions:

• Assist in plant technical training programs.
• Provide backup coverage in Prepress as needed

In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible.  The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: 

• High School diploma, GED   or minimum of five years in Ink or Prepress production experience.  Degree preferred
• Proficiency in the following computer software: Windows O.S. Outlook, HRMS and CTI. Input knowledge of  Excel, Word
• Proficiency in color theory spectrophotometry.
• Knowledge of flexographic printing and printing plates.
• Knowledge of rotary and flatbed die cutting methods.

Machines/Tools/Equipment:

Windows based computer system, copy/ fax.  X Rite color management software and probes. pH and viscosity, slide angle and rub testing equipment. Various hand tools.

Safety:

Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training.

Working Conditions:

• Prepress preparation room and production floor environment.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

We strive to create and maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or any other legally protected status.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job.

York Container participates in E-Verify.