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SGS & Co · 6 hours ago

Gravure Programmer 2

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

SGS & Co is seeking a Gravure Programmer 2 to join their team. The role involves creating full cylinder engraving layouts using proprietary software and ensuring high-quality standards throughout the engraving process.

AdvertisingBrand MarketingBusiness DevelopmentConsultingPackaging ServicesPhotographyPrinting

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions, specifications, workflow diagrams and SOPs

Assemble single image art files into multiple image layout formation through stepping

Add appropriate color control marks for graphics process control, printer registration marks and IDmarks to all press ready

Separate jobs into individual color image files

Prepare and transmit digital files for the engraving process

Prepare engraving folder and digital work record

Responsible for ensuring that all artworks are saved in designated file locations on the server with the appropriate document control file naming

Participate in process improvement efforts and various production meetings to foster a positive creative impact on the business

Output proofs as needed for internal checks and as specified on the order for customer review and approval

Check customer supplied files when starting a new job and compare it to the supplied hard copy for any differences and size conformity

Ensure that job instructions are aligned to artwork supplied and/or referenced

Verify colors used and check the resolution of any CT’s

Communicate questions, concerns, and issues to either internal or external stakeholders

Maintain high quality standards

Act as 2nd QC for higher complexity work

Troubleshoot incoming file issues as well as through the engraving process

Ability to print and inspect pre-press proofs

Provide direction, support and mentorship to Programmer team and train as needed

Understanding of hardware (Collage, printers, and RIP)

Work with Project Managers for questions regarding engraving specs and layouts

Qualification

Collage applicationEngraving process understandingComputer imaging applicationsAdobe Creative SuiteDigital file formatsProofreading skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos

Able to effectively communicate through writing of business letters, expositions, summaries, and reports, using prescribed form

Proofreading skills required

Ability to work independently after initial training

Troubleshoot electronic engraving complications

Understanding of engraving curves

Understanding of the engraving process and how it relates to Collage

Experience using the metric system when it comes to measurements

Experience using Computer imaging Applications and techniques

Must be able to work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac's and PC's

Good understanding of digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps) from different operating systems (Mac and PC) is required

Basic color management skills and the ability to work with different digital formats are required

Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices; must have the ability to continue to learn and use new graphics software on an ongoing basis

Must have an understanding of print processes and how one color affects another

Possess ability to learn and develop within a team and through direct mentorship

Attention to detail

Comply with all SGS standards and applicable regulations

Comply with SGS policies and Procedures to maintain a safe work environment

Keep work area organized and clean

Skilled in understanding layouts, customer instructions, and SGS's proprietary work order system

Ability to discerned when a customer request will not work on press and when questions should be asked, or a job stopped

Skill to problem solve and troubleshoot issues in Collage as it relates to engraving

Capable of setting up barrel test and insertion of copy or mechanics

Able to manage the archival systems and gammas

Preferred

Some College/associate degree preferred

3-5 years of work in a printing environment preferred

2-3 years' experience using Collage application

Adobe Creative Suite experience is a plus

Company

SGS & Co

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SGS & Co is a brand impact company that offers marketing, packaging, designing, consulting, communication, photography, and print services.

Founded in 1946

Louisville, Kentucky, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.sgsco.com/

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