Ofsett Print Operator

Role Summary

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Advise on material selection (paper, board, specialty substrates), print finishes (varnishes, coatings, laminations) and structural design to ensure feasibility, cost-effectiveness and optimal print quality.

Participate in prototype review and provide feedback from a production standpoint.

Security and Compliance

Comply with all safety protocols and procedures in the printing environment, including proper use of PPE.

Ensure compliance with quality standards and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Validate the operation of the printing plates and masters on the press.
• Mix and adjust inks to achieve specific colors, ensuring accurate color matching and consistency throughout the print run.
• Load the paper into the press, adjusting the feed and tension controls.
• Set up and operate offset printing presses for single-color and multi-color jobs.
• Calibrate press settings for different print jobs, including ink flow, water balance, and registration.

Participation in prepress

• Collaborate with the prepress department to review.
• Identify potential issues with artwork, color profiles, fonts, or resolution that could impact print quality or production efficiency.
• Provide feedback to prepress and design teams regarding optimal file preparation for offset printing, including color capture, imposition, and separation considerations.

Quality control

• Perform pre-production testing and pull proofs to verify ink coverage, density, alignment, and registration.
• Inspect printed materials for defects, ensuring that all results meet client and company quality standards.
• Monitor print quality throughout the production process, making adjustments as necessary to maintain color accuracy, registration, and overall print clarity.

Requirements

ABOUT YOUR ACTIVITIES

The Offset Printing Technician is a qualified professional responsible for the setup, operation and maintenance of offset presses to produce high-quality printed materials. This position requires a solid knowledge of printing processes, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and quality problems. The technician also plays a crucial role in the prepress phase, collaborating to ensure print readiness and may participate in item development to optimize designs for efficient, high-quality printing. Work closely with prepress and finishing departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery of printed products.

• Desirable to have a technical or preparatory career.
• 2 years or more of related experience.
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and feature-specific software.
• Good mathematical and analytical skills.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Good organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact with cross-functional groups to define and execute general requirements.
• Familiarity with documentation and process improvement.

Benefits

• Each of us, Every day! Eight Values. One Team!
• We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work at Avery Dennison. With us, teams are balanced and diverse. Because each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.

About the Company

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global leader in pressure-sensitive and functional materials and labeling solutions for the retail apparel market. The company's applications and technologies are an integral part of products used in every major industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and more than 25,000 employees worldwide, Avery Dennison serves customers in the consumer packaging, graphical display, logistics, apparel, industrial and healthcare industries. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company reported sales of $6.1 billion in 2016. Learn more at

www.averydennison.com

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