4-day, 2nd-shift Engraver

Perform daily production activities of work center operations and perform preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned by Production Manager. Operator is also responsible for developing and implementing process improvement.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtains manufacturing orders and stock orders from the production planning department. Receives raw materials, or goods-in-process, along with order, verifying orders are correct and determines whether order is complete or incomplete.
• Sends material from Engraving to the next stage in the manufacturing process as defined by the Manufacturing Order.
• Completes required Manufacturing and Stock Order paperwork for established quality requirements.
• Gains technical understanding of how each material/product is produced and how to manufacture each item. Ensures finished products meet quality and customer specification standards.
• The Engraving Technician is responsible for all aspects of operating engraving, etching and water jet equipment.
• Technician must retrieve order files and manipulate layouts in order to produce accurate products as specified by the customer.
• Proofreads signs and labels and conduct quality assurance to ensure the production of high quality, accurate signs and labels while meeting on-time delivery.
• Consistently performs at the highest level of manufacturing efficiency and quality standards (accuracy, scrap, utilization, rework, equipment downtime).
• Assists in training/coaching new employees and aid production team to be meet departmental needs.
• Participates in weekly and monthly inventory counts and report quantities to purchasing
• Keep the production clean and organized. Consistently follows all safety protocols.

• High School diploma, GED and/or equivalent experience required. Associates Degree in print or graphics preferred.
• Not less than 1 year previous experience in print, CNC or engraving
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator and/or Graphix Advantage required
• Must be proficient in MS Office products
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work entire shift on feet
• Technical skills related to basic equipment maintenance required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work at a fast pace.
• High attention to detail; a good eye for color and design is necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

There is little risk of injury. Work hours are generally during normal business hours and average 40 hours a week. May require some additional hours when production demand is at high levels. Consistent and regular attendance required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.