What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician III - Digital Press Operator position at PCNA?
Who are we?
Polyconcept North America (PCNA) is the industry’s biggest and most diverse offering of promotional products and decoration services. Our employees are spread across six locations.
What we offer you
- Full healthcare and benefits! The health and wellness of our employees is important to us, that’s why we offer benefits including medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, and more!
- Flexible scheduling
- 401k Matching
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- PCNA Cares Share Fund – donating to teammates in times of need
Why you will make it your career
- We value our employee’s contributions in a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Our culture encourages listening, understanding and a sense of empathy makes PCNA stronger
- As the industry leader for environmental responsibility, sustainability is the key to every decision we make
- We invest heavily in modernization, operating more efficiently with cutting edge digital technology
Our Values
- Delight Customers: Treat our customers the way you’d like to be treated.
- Think Team: Work together to get the job done. Be inclusive and collaborative.
- Own It: Be accountable. Embrace challenges as opportunities, roll up your sleeves and make it happen.
- Work Smart: Time is valuable. Focus on the things that can have the biggest impact on our business and customers. Be inquisitive and innovative
- Say It Like It Is: Be candid, honest and respectful. Offer constructive insights and welcome other’s input.
Our Businesses
Leed’s is the premier supplier of high-quality promotional products, with goods ranging from pens and drinkware to bags and mobile tech. Bullet is a leading supplier of low-price promotional products, offering deep inventory, reliable service and 24-hour turnaround. Trimark, a member of PCNA, is a leading developer and manufacturer of logo'd apparel for the Canadian and U.S. promotional industries. Trimark sells logo'd apparel across 6 different categories; Polos, T-Shirts and Tops, Woven Shirts, Knits and Fleece, Jackets, and Accessories, including Headwear. At JournalBooks, we believe in creative minds working together to create something truly unique in journals and planners. ETS has always sought to provide the very best in service, product selection, printing capabilities and competitive pricing, focused on drinkware, ETS offers a broad range of high quality drinkware categories. Spoke’s print-on-demand solutions and premium product assortment are standing by to help expand your inventory and fulfill your event and gifting needs!
The Position:
Skilled Digital Press Operator proficient in operating an HP Indigo 7900 to join our Pre-Press Department. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining color consistency while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES:
- Operate and maintain the HP Indigo 7900 digital press to ensure optimal performance and output quality.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members under varying conditions.
- Exercise good judgment and initiative to achieve production goals while taking pride in the quality of work.
- Diagnose press-related performance issues and report service needs as necessary.
- Prepare and RIP files for printing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Utilize Adobe Programs and possess basic pre-press knowledge for efficient workflow.
- Manage PDF workflow and file management systems with proficiency.
- Work on MAC platforms with ease and adaptability.
- Demonstrate self-reliance, professionalism, and courtesy while working with minimal supervision.
- Possess keen attention to detail and proficient color management skills.
- Have a minimum of 2 years of experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting an HP Indigo Press or similar digital equipment.
- Understand job details, specifications, and finishing requirements, and prioritize tasks accordingly.
- Work with various substrate materials effectively.
- Engage in physical tasks such as standing, lifting up to 40 lbs., reaching, bending, and squatting as needed.
- Fulfill other duties as assigned by the manager.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Proficiency in Adobe Programs and basic pre-press knowledge.
- Strong understanding of PDF workflow and file management systems.
- Ability to work effectively on MAC platforms.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot press-related issues.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Physical ability to perform tasks requiring standing, lifting, reaching, bending, and squatting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical education preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience operating an HP Indigo Press or similar digital equipment.
Together we inspire pride
We want our team members to be proud of the essential work they do, our commitment to the sustainability, and the overall customer experience. We are a culture that will invest heavily in our people, our company and in state-of-the-art technology to be at the forefront of innovation.
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PCNA is an equal opportunity employer. PCNA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics, or any characteristic applicable under state, federal and local laws.
