Production Specialist Wide Format Printing - Brand ID & Smartdeck USA : Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY: The Wide Format Printing Operator operates the printing machines, such as wide format printing machine, and ensures that manufacturing processes on those are run smoothly and efficiently, adhering to company standards, the Kaizen lean method, specifications, quality control procedures, safety regulations, and other applicable laws.

Beneficial: experience of working with various types of materials, including plastics. Prior experience in wide-format printing is advantageous. The Production Specialist will receive proper training for each machine, the products we produce, and the Kaizen lean model for production. This role involves delivering high-quality products in the most cost-effective manner, according to established standards. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and precision to meet the high standards of our products, as well as good color vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Machine Operation: Daily operation of machines such as UV and solvent printers, laminating machines and Summa cutters.

• Quality Control: Ensuring that products meet quality standards by maintaining quality control procedures.

• Kaizen Lean Model: Implementing and practicing the Kaizen lean model daily in all production processes.

• Company Standards: Ensuring the work is completed in accordance with company standards and safety protocols.

• Workplace Efficiency: Maintaining an efficient and organized working environment.

• Job Documentation: Documenting the job accurately and thoroughly.

• Machine Maintenance: Regularly performing maintenance on dedicated production machinery to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns.

• Troubleshooting: Quickly identifying and resolving production issues or machine malfunctions to minimize downtime.

• Continuous Improvement: Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality.

• Training Development: Developing training materials and programs to ensure consistent onboarding and training of new hires.

• Upholding Brand ID's values: Team Spirit, Reliability, Continuity, and Innovation.

• In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the role will also involve any additional tasks assigned by management as needed.

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

• Cooperation: Display positive outlook and pleasant manner. Establish and maintain effective relations. Exhibit tact and consideration. Offer assistance and support to co-workers. Work actively to resolve conflicts. Works cooperatively in group situations. Ability to lead and supervise a small production team.
• Dependability: Commit to doing the best job possible. Follow instructions. Keep commitments. Meet attendance and punctuality guidelines. Respond to requests for service and assistance. Take responsibility for own actions.
• Job Knowledge: Exhibit competence in required job skills and knowledge. Display understanding of how job relates to others. Show ability to learn and apply new skills. Keep abreast of current developments.
• Quality: Apply feedback to improve performance. Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Display commitment to excellence. Look for ways to improve and promote quality. Monitor own work to ensure quality. Require minimal supervision. Use resources effectively.
• Quantity: Achieve established goals. Complete work in timely manner. Meet productivity standards. Strive to increase productivity. Works efficiently.
• Safety & Security: Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines. Observe safety and security procedures. Report potentially unsafe conditions. Use equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Language Ability: Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees. Work will be performed in English.
• Mathematical Ability: Add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply/divide with 10's and 100's. Perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. Can use metrics.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Manage with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in analyzing data and ability to quickly learn and adapt to internal systems.
• Proficient in using Caldera software.
• Experienced with both Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and InDesign is an asset.
• Knowledge of color management is an advantage.

Certificates and Licenses: None required. Previous experience in Lean KAIZEN™ or other lean models is a benefit.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.