Job Title: Digital Press Operator
# Positions: 1
Overview:

Crane is hiring! We’re looking for a Digital Press Operator to join our Stationery team, based in North Adams, MA.  This position is on a mid-shift (10:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.).  We look for bright, hard-working people who want to be a part of a world-class organization.

The Digital Press Operator fulfills personalized orders by operating a digital printer.  Additional responsibilities include the operation of a clicker, cutter, drill, and spectrophotometer.
Responsibilities:

• Set-up and manage access to job information through both PC and Macintosh networks.  Use prepress file management, RIP and print queue software as required
• Preflight job for digital printing and verify order matches traveler.  Work with prepress area to ensure optimal performance at digital printing
• Ensure that image color is acceptable and make modifications as required.  Use spectrophotometer / densitometer as needed
• Assure that the job is consistent with quality standards.   This includes copy positioning, cleanliness of the stock, and ensuring there are no print defects
• Scan work through the ERP system as required for inventory management and productivity measurement. Oversee production / quality data collection for digital area and produce reports as required
• Carry out advanced operator maintenance:  weekly / monthly inspection & cleaning; replace operator replaceable parts as instructed by equipment manufacturers
• Monitor / replace press chemicals in accordance with machine maintenance & company safety requirements
• Troubleshoot problems with digital printing equipment.  Contact equipment maintenance providers to report issues and schedule repairs
• Perform daily (or other periodic) color calibration routines
• Keep a log of routine maintenance, calibration and repairs / replacements made on digital equipment.   Monitor / log maintenance carried out by equipment service providers
• Assist in implementation of new digital print technology (hardware and software) and train others where required
• Must be willing to move up through the lines of progression
• Must be willing to work in any Company area or location as needed
• Must be able to travel overnight for extended periods of time for training purposes
• Must be willing to work any shift and overtime as needed

Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write, keep neat and accurate records, and follow written and verbal instructions
• Must be a proficient operator of the most advance digital printing equipment
• Must be qualified for advanced maintenance on digital equipment (as determined by manufacturers)
• Proficient computer user, ideally familiar with both Windows and Mac OSX environment. Prefer experience with graphics software (e.g. Quark, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Comprehensive understanding of printing process as well as paper and ink characteristics.
• Must understand basics of pre-press and color management
• Strong mechanical aptitude – able to perform all routine maintenance and troubleshooting for complex digital presses.  This includes operation of test equipment, removal, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical assemblies
• Ability to perform clerical and arithmetic skills; must be able to compute basic math problems
• Communicates well with peers, team leaders & management both verbally and in writing
• Able to solve problems independently
• Acceptable color vision
• Ability to travel for up to 1 week for necessary training.

Crane offers a competitive benefits package to full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401k match and more. Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our careers page at www.careersatcrane.com.