If you are someone who thrives on digital pre-press, printing & finishing…..who often receives kudos for your high level of quality control.…..if you are known as someone who has a natural ability for positive communication with others, and a knack for follow through, this is the job for you.  This position is not about putting in time, it’s about being part of something big & exciting and contributing in a very important way.  If you are goal oriented, passionate about your career and committed to making a positive contribution to the team, read on!

Mirror Show Management exists for only one reason—to exhibit greatness in serving our customers and inspiring a deep trust that results in long-term relationships.

We believe at our very core that MSM is different. And that is because our people are different. They are the everyday heroes behind the scenes and behind our success. They wear steel-toed boots or business casual—but they might as well wear capes and tights. They are truly the power and passion that drive MSM.

But our success is merely a reflection of our customer’s. We only pack up and call it a good day if our customers consider it an outstanding one. We’ll do virtually anything to achieve that. And that principle has been the foundation we’re built on.

You’ll be the graphics printer extraordinaire who becomes the “go to” person in the department!  You will be an everyday hero who exhibits greatness and sets us apart from other companies.

Graphics Technician

Job Description

Summary:

This position involves digital pre-press, operation of large format digital printing equipment including aqueous, solvent and UVc flatbed printers, and finishing.  Position requires extensive knowledge of graphics and RIP software including file preparation and color correction.  Position reports to the Graphics Supervisor.

Priorities

Digital Pre-Press

• Knowledge of Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design
• Understanding of RIP software and steps involved in sending digital files to printers through RIP software (Colorburst, Onyx Production House)
• Understanding of printer profiling and functions of the profile.  Knowledge of Monaco Gamut Works and X-Rite Color Elite System
• Fundamental knowledge of image repair and color correction theory.  Must understand the difference between raster and vector images

Printing

• Good working knowledge of printing equipment, including UV curable, dye base and pigmented inks
• Equipment maintenance for the above mentioned printers
• Understanding the uses of different materials in different situations
• Ability to load and unload roll to roll and sheet fed machines
• Understand the use of vinyl cutting, weeding, and applying
• Must have the foresight to identify printing or material issues early to ensure the highest quality output

Finishing:

• Skilled in the use of material and lamination to finish different printed materials
• Knowledge of how to run a laminator
• Maintain accurate inventory and keep inventory system up to date

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Education: Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience
• 5 years production background in the printing industry
• Track record of achieving/exceeding goals
• Must be dependable and flexible.  Must have strong drive to consistently meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality.

Principal Activities:

• Prepare customer supplied files for print production
• Operation of multiple RIP stations
• Operation of aqueous, solvent and UVc flatbed printers
• Schedule workload to meet all deadlines
• Minimize waste in all areas of print production

Key Challenges:

• Master all aspects of machine operation and maintenance
• Learn color profiling of all print materials
• Learn color management of all print equipment

Performance Measures:

• Ability to print independently to all equipment
• Demonstrated mastery of all RIP software
• Maintaining proper product/supply inventories

MSM believes that an employee’s attitude toward their job and co-workers is just as important as their expertise.

An appropriate attitude to work is demonstrated when employees are positive about their job responsibilities, enjoy coming to work, provide support for one another, are willing to take on new tasks, work hard and take their responsibilities seriously while carrying them out in a professional manner. Creating and maintaining a positive attitude across the company is important for morale, problem solving, skill development and ultimately productivity in the workplace.

As such, MSM believes that attitude is an important performance criteria and it is incorporated into our performance evaluation process and will be measured accordingly.

Please note:  travel to shows may be required on an as-needed basis.

Please email your resume to our Human Resource Department.