Print Production Associate Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Hub Pen Company, part of the HPG Brands, is an award-winning supplier in the promotional products industry supplying imprinted quality writing instruments to its distributors throughout the United States and Canada. This is a career opportunity to join our dynamic, fast growing, privately held company, and become part of our winning team.

Check out all open positions at https://hpgbrands.com/careers/
 

Position Summary: 

We are looking for a full-time Graphics Associate. This entry-level position will assist in the creation of final production ready art files using prescribed specifications and procedures. Create proofs of art for customer approval. Inspect customer supplied art and modify as necessary to meet print specifications. The hours for the entry level Graphics Associate are 8:30am – 5:00pm but are flexible. Pay range is $19-$20 per hour.

Key Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.

· Quality inspection of production art using established specifications

· Rework/revise artwork as necessary

· Prepare virtual profs for customer approval

· Prepare art for final print production 

· Other graphics and/or office-related tasks, as needed

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the key responsibilities of the job.

· Minimum of one (1) year experience in digital print and design

· Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw graphic software

· A well-rounded understanding of typography, design, and production techniques.

· An impeccable eye for fine details

· Experience with “Cloud” based ERP System helpful

· Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite

· Strong organizational and communication skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees

· Must maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in a professional environment

· Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented

· Team player

· Good time-management skills

· Reliable means of transportation

Physical and Mental Requirements
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions and responsibilities. 

Physical Skills:

· The demands are in the nature to stand, sit, and move within the office

· Utilization of office equipment, and the capacity to lift up to 15 pounds

Motor Skills:

· Duties may involve hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity

Visual Skills:

· Ability to quickly inspect & detect discrepancies in fine details

· Ability to read, see, and differentiate between color

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Referral program

Hub Pen Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination and will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), ancestry, national origin, age (40 or older), physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, arrest and conviction information, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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