Prototype Assistant

SUMMARY:

This position assists the Pre-Press Manager by performing set-up and support functions in order to improve productivity of the Product Development Prototype Technicians

This position consists of staging and changing gravure (print) cylinders as needed, performing activities to support the screen-printing operation (emulsing, developing, organizing), set-up and operation of “Pony Roll” and Prototype embossers, maintains base film inventory, cleaning and organization of product development area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gravure Print Station Setup

• Stage, load and maintain gravure (print) cylinders for prototype stations
• Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to/from work stations
• Maintain and adjust equipment and machines with minimal supervision
• Clean or lubricate machinery, equipment and tools using hand or power tools

Screen Support

• Silkscreen preparation: receiving, inventory, organization, emulsing, developing (burning)
• Prepare screens for reclamation as directed by Supervisor

Pony Roll and Prototype Embossers

• Maintain organization of pony embossing rolls
• Load e-rolls into press
• Emboss samples and sheets as needed

Base Film Inventory

• Maintain the inventory of vinyl films
• Convert rolls of vinyl films into sheets for tech usage by use of the sheeter

Light Housekeeping

• Gather and empty trashcans and recycling receptacles in shop-floor area
• Keep floors and work areas swept, organized, and clear of debris

Other Duties as Assigned by Pre-press Manager

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are the representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

**The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The duties listed above 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 if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.