POD Operator/Prepress Specialist

Lahlouh’s business model is built on solving end-to-end supply chain problems not simply processing transactional print orders. Lahlouh is a partner that focuses on developing collaborative, comprehensive solutions that endeavor to meet all the communication needs of our clients’ dynamic and evolving marketplaces.

Lahlouh's mission is to provide the highest quality, most cost-effective business communications solutions available.

Core capabilities include:

• Sheet-fed Offset Print
• Fulfillment / Distribution Logistics
• Dynamic Digital & Large Format Print
• Packaging Design & Print
• Mailing
• Marketing Promotions
• Bindery & Finishing
• Promotional Products
• Online (e-commerce) Solutions
• Workflow Automation Solutions
  
  

Position: POD Operator/Prepress Specialist

Reports to: Director of Manufacturing Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: POD

Location/Shift: Monroe, Ohio / 2nd Shift

Essential Function:

The POD Operator/Prepress Specialist produces high quality printing jobs to meet company and customer expectations, in a cost-effective manner while meeting strict deadlines, in addition to outputs quality plates for a variety of presses, trims and constructs Digital Bluelines and Color Epson Proofs.

Experience:

• Working knowledge of Kodak Prinergy workflows, Heidelberg Prinect a plus
• Setting up, running, and troubleshooting Kodak Nexpress and/or any Digital press
• Working knowledge of GRACoL G7 standards
• Familiarity with PDF workflows, File Management systems and Digital Front-End systems
• General knowledge of Prepress processes preferred
• The Prepress operations will be for overflow work as needed
  

Job Duties and General Expectations:

• Excellent eye for detail
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Communicate effectively with manufacturing personnel
• Have a minimum knowledge of computers (Mac and PC platforms, knowledge of PSI a plus)
• Keep accurate and complete daily records for data collection
• Meet company and departmental standards, including: Customer Requirements, Compliance, Safety, Quality, etc
• Follow Lahlouh ISO Quality Procedures and Work Instructions, and complete forms and checklists as necessary
• Follow Lahlouh policies outlined in the company handbook
• Work overtime and weekends, as business needs dictate
• Perform other duties as required
• Attend department and company meetings
• Assist in training new and temporary employees
  
  

Position Specific Skills & Competencies:

• Follow team leader instructions for Prepress processes
• Operational knowledge of Heidelberg Plate setters
• Clean and maintain plating equipment and surrounding work area
• Knowledge and understanding of chemistry changes
• Trim and QC of hard copy proofs
• Inspect plates to proofs for content and defect
• Able to work in Mac and PC platforms
• Perform calibrations, regular and preventative maintenance on digital presses for optimum quality output
• Be able to work at a high production rate in a fast-paced environment
• Organize and maintain inventory levels
• Able to document detailed instructions regarding jobs to provide seamless transitions between shifts
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to push/pull loaded pallet jacks and/or rolling carts
• Able to lift to 35 lbs
  
  

Education:

• High school graduate/GED
  
  

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