Prepress Platemaker, 1st shift

At 4over, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming to people of all backgrounds. Providing our employees with job training and opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. We take pride in fostering a safe environment for all employees.

Summary: The Pre-press Technician is responsible for preparing and processing digital files for printing, ensuring that all artwork and layouts are correctly formatted for production. This role involves preflight incoming files for potential issues before being used in the printing process. The position also provides technical assistance and maintenance services provided by manufacturers to help user manage and troubleshoot their computer-to-plate (CTP) printing workflow, including troubleshooting issues with the CTP device, Epson color printer, and overall production process, offering remote access to diagnose and resolve issues through online connections.

Schedule: 1st shift, Monday-Friday, eight or more hours per day, five days per week based on business needs. Primary schedule will be 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, or similar. Training may occur at other times.

Salary Range: $20.00 To 25.00 Hourly

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Tentative start - January 2025.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Partner with the Workflow and Color Compliance Manager and the Technology group to identify and develop best practice to implement standard procedures throughout our multiple production facilities and lines of business.
• Facilitate continuous process improvement and industry best practice activities targeted at cost reduction, productivity, and process optimization in all lines of business.
• Technical troubleshooting: assisting remotely with resolving issues related to image quality, machine malfunction, and software errors through online connections.
• Provide technical expertise for complex issues that might require a visit to print facility.
• Provide training to operators on proper workflow procedures, best practices and new functionalities.
• Develop business requirement documents that clearly outline technology enhancement requests that support operational improvement efforts.
• Partner with operations leadership across all facilities to drive color conformance programs across all print technologies.
• Partner with operations leadership to identify and improve workplace safety efforts.
• Regularly perform general housekeeping duties in your work area(s).
• Comply with all safety policies and protocols to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
• Attend all department/company meetings, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

For an extensive list of responsibilities, duties and physical demands/work environment please refer to the attached Job Description.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience.
• Five (5) years of print production experience.
• Experience with digital printing is preferred.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient computer knowledge efficiency skills in both MacOS and Windows.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all members of the organization.
• Excellent attention to detail - ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and other departments to achieve common goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information and engage effectively with others.

4over Company History:

4over was founded in February of 2001. What started off as creating business cards and web page designs by a husband and wife, quickly flourished. Since the company was founded, we are now a private equity owned company growing and expanding across many states. Through our 4over Core Attributes, we are committed to meeting and exceeding customer expectations, cultivating and nurturing our relationships, providing excellence and caring for others.

Health and Life Insurance-

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D Insurance, Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Health Care and Dependent Care
• 4over pays 100% of the employee’s premium for his/her Basic Life/AD&D Insurance in the amount of 1x the employee's annual salary, up to $500,000
• Coverage will be effective on the 1st of the month following 1 month of continuous regular full-time employment

401(k) Retirement Plan

• New employees are eligible to enroll the first of the month, following 1 month of employment
• Semi-annual open enrollment (January 1st and July 1st)
• Discretionary employer match; typically, 50% of employee deferrals up to 6% of compensation
• Immediate Vesting

Holidays and PTO

• 9 Paid Holidays
• Accumulating PTO to be used after 90-days of continuous and active full-time service

4over is an Equal Opportunity employer. It provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, or any other legally protected status and takes affirmative action to recruit, employ, train, and promote qualified minorities, women, covered veterans, and individuals with disabilities.