Prepress Technician - 3rd shift

Multi-Color Corporation and Fort Dearborn have merged and are now the world’s largest prime label and packaging supplier. Join the new MCC and you will have the opportunity to become part of an organization that has been committed to excellence and industry leadership for over 110 years.
The Print Tool Technician is responsible for performing all duties outlined in this job description, as well as any additional assignments provided by the Prepress Graphics Manager, Lead, or Plant Manager. This role is essential to ensuring efficient printing production by guaranteeing that the appropriate tools are available when required by the press and by maintaining timely communication with the production team to minimize downtime.
Why work at MCC:

• Onsite training provided
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)
• Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus 2 floating Holidays

Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable attendance, including logging in and out of time worked
• Complies with all company and safety policies and procedures
• Make flexographic/litho plates & rotary screens
• Responsible for the critical evaluation of all plates/screens made and completes appropriate QA check lists
• Responsible for maintaining Plate and Screen Tracking Logs
• Verifies information on Plate Envelope is correct
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining platemaking room/screen room and equipment
• Responsible for completing preventive maintenance in accordance to set schedule and need
• Coordinates plate priorities with Scheduling, Graphics Coordinator, or Graphics Supervisor
• Maintains components-to-press schedules to understand priorities and mark completion of jobs or flags
• Participate in continuous improvement / Kaizen teams
• Attends department meetings and internal training classes
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED is required
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into actionable tasks
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Radius job management software experience is a plus
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with strong organizational and planning skills
• Requires physical ability to climb stairs, bend, sit, stand, walk, reach with arms, push, pull and use hands and fingers to feel and handle material for extended time frames
• Must have ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds repeatedly and regularly. Includes the ability to stoop, squat, crawl and kneel as needed

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For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted premium labels for the world’s most iconic and recognizable brands. Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.
MCC combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service through our network of facilities across 25+ countries. More than 12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where every product is Labeled with Care. Learn more at www.mcclabel.com.
If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected].
Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.