Color Print Production Operator

ARC Document Solutions•Seattle, WA

5d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

ARC | RIOT is searching for a Color Print Production Operator to join our team. The successful candidate is someone who would enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced print environment in support of our Mission Statement: We do the job right the first time, with quality and we meet or beat the deadline. Visit e-arc.com/careers to see why our employees enjoy working at ARC | RIOT! About ARC Document Solutions ARC Document Solutions (www.e-arc.com) is a global leader in digital printing and technology services, dedicated to helping businesses promote their brand and streamline access to critical information. With a network of over 140 service centers across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and China, we serve more than 60,000 customers, including some of the world's most renowned brands.

Requirements

The ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.
High Level Knowledge of Adobe CC - focusing on Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign.
High Level Knowledge of RIP software – Onyx RIP Que, & Fiery a Plus.
High Level Knowledge of Cut software – Colex Experience a Plus.
Working knowledge of MS Software such as Outlook, Excel, & Word.
Tech savvy – able to navigate new (and old) software with limited training.
Thorough knowledge of materials and equipment utilized in color printing, duplicating, binding, and finishing.
The ability to lift up to 50lbs, maneuver prints, media, and substrates carefully ensuring no damage occurs when transferring between machines and/or during packaging.
Attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task while maintaining quality, accuracy & scale.
A can-do attitude with a continuing need to self-improve by researching new materials and learning innovative ways to utilize production equipment in our quest to delight our clients.
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associates of Arts Degree focusing on Graphic/Production Design and/or 2+ years' equivalent experience in the color reprographics field using design and file/print editing software.

Responsibilities

Prioritize incoming orders based on such criteria as customer needs, workload, media, finishing, bindery, and machine capabilities.
Estimate time and media requirements; inform the production manager and/or client of any requests that can’t be met and give recommendations to fulfill client needs.
Receive, process, & modify client files as needed to print per specifications.
Make suggestions regarding media, substrate, bindery, and other finishing options.
Operate and maintain printers, scanners, bindery and/or finishing equipment.
Maintain media, substrate, ink, toner, bindery, and/or finishing inventory.
QC printed and finished materials based on our high-quality standard.
Package completed projects for Will-Call, Delivery, or Shipping.
Organize, arrange, and decorate your work area to enhance productivity.
Work overtime when necessary to meet client expectations.
Assist in other departments as needed.
Assist customer service by answering phones and taking messages as needed.