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Job Id:
739
# of Openings:
1
Proofing Technician
Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused on delivering the highest quality and client service in the graphics design, management and printing industry. We Design, Optimize and Protect Brands. Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a broad range of services from brand strategy and packaging design, to adaptive design across various print and digital platforms, all the way to color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in Cincinnati, we have over 450 employees throughout the United States and offices in Europe and Asia.
The Proofing Technician will partner with the Color Services team and is primarily responsible for 1)
maintaining all color equipment, and 2) validating hard contract proofs. The Proofing Technician will ensure all equipment is up to date and in a calibrated state; as well as verify that all contract proofs are free and clear of defects and/or errors prior to shipment.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused on delivering the highest quality and client service in the graphics design, management and printing industry. We Design, Optimize and Protect Brands. Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a broad range of services from brand strategy and packaging design, to adaptive design across various print and digital platforms, all the way to color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in Cincinnati, we have over 450 employees throughout the United States and offices in Europe and Asia.
The Proofing Technician will partner with the Color Services team and is primarily responsible for 1)
maintaining all color equipment, and 2) validating hard contract proofs. The Proofing Technician will ensure all equipment is up to date and in a calibrated state; as well as verify that all contract proofs are free and clear of defects and/or errors prior to shipment.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Calibrate all local/remote proofing devices and maintain calibration records in database
- Standardize all spectrophotometers and maintain calibration records in database
- Regulate all light booths and maintain calibration records in database
- Inspect and monitor all proofing devices for mechanical issues and resolve as needed
- Troubleshoot local/remote proofing devices when erroring out
- Validate contract proofs are free and clear of defects and/or errors
- Route contract proofs back to necessary individual(s)/team(s) for shipment per the schedule
- Troubleshoot files that do not proof properly and lead correction
- Be the first line of defense/support for proofing and hardware issues
- Manage inventories and purchase consumables for local/remote locations and/or client sites
Qualifications Include:
- Proficient use of Macintosh and Windows operating systems
- Knowledge of GMG ColorProof and large format proofing devices such as: Epson Px000 series, Epson Px500 series, Epson S80600
- Ability to troubleshoot root cause and best course of action when issues arise
Why Choose Olberding Brand Family?
When you join Olberding Brand Family, you’re not just taking a job; you’re becoming part of a legacy of excellence and innovation. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where your expertise in pre-media will be highly valued. We believe in supporting our employees' well-being and offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
- A 401k retirement plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future
- Flexible/hybrid work schedules that promote work-life balance
- Generous paid time off (PTO), personal time, and volunteer time off, in addition to 8 observed holidays
- Parental leave to support growing families
- Career development opportunities
The Olberding Brand Family is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds.
For fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website www.olberdingbrands.com. Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls please
For fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website www.olberdingbrands.com. Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls please
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