Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Prepare electronic art files to assure customer satisfaction and meet company printing specifications.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Layout art on provided templates complying with our art guidelines.
• Assure use of correct printing process and ink usage on product.
• Communicate with ISRs and customers regarding issues during the art process.
• Complete revisions in a timely manner
• Offset printing.
  • Use up to 6 ink colors to create printable designs for customers.
• Process printing.
  • Use CMYK printing along with 2 spots to create printable designs.
  • Adjust art to correct for dot gain on press.
• Digital printing.
  • Use images and Vector art to create printable designs.
  • Adjust art to add screens and white underlayment’s.
  • Add white backgrounds for cups printed in Polystyrene.
• Load final art into the ARAS system.
• Check art for error prior to submission to reduce QA revisions.

GENERAL CONDUCT:

• Maintains respectful working relationship with TeamMates to promote teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Committed to Continual Improvement to raise personal performance above the standard and to develop new methods to eliminate waste, improve productivity and reduce customer complaints.

• Maintains excellent attendance as defined in the Company’s Attendance Policy.
• Supports, enforces and complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety and quality.
• Submits new ideas to improve Safety, Quality and procedural operations that will benefit the Company.
• Actively participates in meetings and discussions by providing suggestions for improvement, problem solving and offering feedback.
• Performs duties in a manner that encourages teamwork and sets a positive example.

REQUIRED TRAINING:

• Company Policies and Procedures
• Safety Orientation
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft 365
• ADP
• Art Production Process
• Key Shot
• Aras
• Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Acrobat Reader
• Printing and other decoration methods
• UPC Code Generator
• FTP Transfer
• After Effects

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Illustration skills necessary for the job
  • Gesture Drawing (Quick Sketches)
  • Perspective Drawing
  • Strong knowledge of the elements and principles of design
• Strong aesthetic and conceptual skills
• High level of knowledge in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop with emphasis on digital painting

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graphic art training with bachelor’s or associate degree or 2-3 years related experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged sitting
• CRT Exposure