Graphic Artist & Digital Print Operator

Location: Pinch A Penny Suncoast Chemicals; nd Street Clearwater FL 33760

You want Benefits Youve got it! Our generous benefits package includes:

• Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs

• 401 (k) with generous company match

• Eligible for Paid Time Off and 8 paid holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Excellent career advancement and training opportunities to support your career growth

• Employee Discounts and much more!

What to Expect

This position will report directly to the Regulatory Affairs Manager & Production Manager and is responsible for all in-house graphic production label design / editing and photography. Additional duties will include operating high resolution variable print imaging equipment and associated tasks when directed. This position will work with various departments to ensure quality control and multi-agency compliance. Associate degree required. Bachelors degree in Art Graphic Design or related field highly desired. This position requires thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis in Illustrator and Photoshop. Proficiency in MacOS required. Must be self-motivated driven individual who is able to show creativity strong work ethic and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced deadline driven environment. Strict attention to detail time management and interpersonal skills required. Ability to work with a variety of departments in an efficient and professional manner as well as the ability to multi-task troubleshoot and resolve issues under the constraints of production schedules also required.

On a daily basis our Graphic Artist & Digital Print Operator:

• Ability to multi-task; track several projects prioritize and meet deadlines.

• Be creative motivated detailed oriented and work in a team environment.

• Produce and review creative work-product ensuring quality and alignment with management expectations.

• Collaborate with other departments and team members to identity develop and execute the needs requested.

• Professionally and confidently communicate with upper management associates and customers to advise of the progress being made on current projects and additional important updates.

• Follow guidelines set forth by the Regulatory Affairs Manager to ensure label compliance with regards to State and Federal agencies.

• Create UPC number and artwork for each product label.

• Follow overall conceptual creative direction to maintain design consistency across all label materials.

• Apply design and copywriting skills to select images create or use design elements and bring together visual and copy for a compelling end-product that achieves desired results.

• Work independently of direct supervision accepting responsibility for accuracy of assigned design duties.

• Maintain and demonstrate knowledge of latest graphic design techniques technology trends and best practices as appropriate to current projects.

• As necessary professionally communicate with customers own creative personnel to ensure smooth transitions and obtain appropriate working files.

• Flexibility to work in different manufacturing/production-type environments.

• Oversee production of assigned jobs including estimating photography prepress proofing film press checks and final delivery.

• Ability to set up operate and adjust the equipment and in addition diagnose solve and correct operating problems.

• Excellent knowledge of file manipulation and file formats for digital print.

• Adjust artwork and software parameters to assure the highest quality reproduction.

• Maintain printers functionality through preventive maintenance measures.

• Identify and troubleshoot issues with systematic problem-solving methods.

• Update all required documentation and production records including job specific information and procedures.

• Load/unload finished product from machine and ensure current label requirement compliance.

• Order supplies such as ink chemical solutions label material and film and Maintain inventory levels.

• Spot check label quality and compare initial run to label repository filed labels or current tower stock.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

What You Will Need:

• Associate degree required. Bachelors degree in Art Graphic Design or related field highly desired.

• Thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis in Illustrator and Photoshop.

• Proficiency in MacOS and Windows required.

• Digital press experience with a minimum of 2 years printing experience.

• Ability to learn additional processes and be able to work independently.

• Ability to read work order instructions and carry out directions as necessary.

• Strong communications skills with the ability to work with a variety of departments in an efficient and professional manner as well as the ability to multi-task.

• Familiarity with a J.D. Edwards AS400 or similar materials platform and literacy in MS Office Suite preferred.

• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.

• Must follow all company policies procedures and safety requirements.

Looking to work for the best in the industry
Since opening its first store in 1975 Pinch A Penny A POOLCORP Companyhas become the largest franchised retail pool patio and spa company. This first store evolved into a full-time full-service retail pool supply store offering everything needed to operate and enjoy a swimming pool or spa. With our rapid growth we have been able to hire over 300 employees from Marketing directors sales associates to machine operators and maintenance mechanics. We are proud to serve our community and be an employer of choice. We believe in recognizing our employees for their hard work and encourage work-life balance.

Why join PINCH A PENNY
Pinch A Penny a POOLCORP Company is the premier destination for all your swimming pool and backyard needs. With over 280 stores and expanding we are the nations largest swimming pool retail service and repair franchise. Our relentless dedication to excellence drives us to bring people together through the joy of pools spas and the backyard experience. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to grow innovate and set new standards in the swimming pool industry.

Bilingual Military Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! Currently POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized.

POOLCORP including all its subsidiaries is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. The Company understands respects and values diversity unique styles experiences identities ideas and opinions while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.

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