Offset Sheetfed Plate Maker - PKG

Quad Med Medical Clinic•Franklin, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Quad is currently seeking a Second Shift Offset Sheetfed Platemaker at its Franklin, WI plant. This is an entry-level position and the company is willing to train. The offset plate maker is responsible for overseeing the plate-making process, including but not limited to, generating impositions from single-page files, creating plates, troubleshooting issues, inspecting for quality, and working with internal customers to support the printing process. This modern packaging facility produces folding cartons and blister cards using advanced printing and finishing equipment. Employees work in a collaborative environment where quality, safety and teamwork are part of every shift, with opportunities to expand their skills while helping create packaging found on store shelves across the country.

Requirements

Entry level and willing to train
Basic knowledge of Windows and Macintosh computers
Able to set up and maintain the automated platemaker
Strong math skills
Good verbal and written communication
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously
Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally
Sitting and standing for long hours (8-hour shift)
Use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement
Receive and follow instructions
Use vision to identify defects

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of press operations is a plus
Familiarity with paperboard carton production and processing is a plus
Understand input, output, raw material, waste, quality control, cost, and techniques for maximizing the manufacturing and distribution of goods process
Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools, and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
Ability to troubleshoot problems and determine the root cause

Responsibilities

Overseeing the plate-making process
Generating impositions from single-page files
Creating plates
Troubleshooting issues
Inspecting for quality
Working with internal customers to support the printing process
Confirm accuracy and completeness of job orders
Build computer to plate CTP layouts
Verify accuracy and any defects
Perform coating blanket manufacturing tasks as required
Stage Plate Carts per schedule with necessary items for press production (inks, plates, coating blankets, job orders, artwork, samples, etc.)
Maintaining and upkeep of artwork proof filing system both pre and postproduction
Protect client products and aid Quad in securing and maintaining key industry certifications through consistent adherence to quality, satisfaction, and excellence standards represented by AIB International, cGMP, FSC Chain of custody, ISO, and SFI Chain-of-Custody certifications
Assisting with maintaining, organizing, staging, ordering the necessary supplies for both plate and ink rooms
Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot plate room equipment
Working with and around plate processing chemicals
Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Crosstrain as assigned
Know and follow Standard Operating Procedures
Follow all safety policies and procedures
Follow and comply with all food safety and quality policies
Report any food safety issues or concerns to the Site Leadership Team
Maintain production records following Good Documentation Practices