PrePress Production Technician (Lakeland, FL)

IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the preparation of mounting and making flexographic plates to meet production schedule.

• Performs duties using provided flats, job ticket, working papers, daily production schedule and verbal instructions

• Prepare print cylinder sleeves by stripping and cleaning sleeves from previous print runs

• Setup plate exposure equipment and loads film flats and underdeveloped printing plates

• Make sure vacuum frame and glass are free of dust, debris, etc and exposure for proper amount of time

• Perform manual and step and repeat operations as required

• Check finished plates or proofs for flaws, position and check for proper exposure using standard scales and printers loop

• Send proofs for customer and production approval as required, make plates from approved proofs or film and send to pressroom

• Add mounting adhesive tape per print unit chart and work instructions

• Prepare graphic plates for mounting by trimming the plate to proper fit on sleeves

• Work closely with the production schedule for changes in priority

• Notify PrePress Team of any potential problems such as sleeve shortage, run-ability, etc

• Notify PrePress Supervisor of any equipment problems or issues

• Follow safety rules, keep work area clean and ensure the department is in orderly condition

Qualifications

IGT Global Requirements

• Follow all policies such as Code of Conduct, Confidentiality, Information Security, Environmental Compliance, etc

 

Education Required (high school, college degree, training, or certifications requirements)

• High school diploma or equivalent

 

Experience Required (years of experience, specific industry or previous job experience requirements)

• 2+ years of commercial printing, flexographic printing, or related experience

 

Skills Required (software, technical, industry, equipment, lifting, and physical requirements)

• Computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, and navigating folders/files on the shared drive

• Excellent attention to detail for plate setting and alignment

• Excellent commitment to quality

• Strong skills in time management and organization

• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels in the organization

• Must have good punctuality and attendance, as this is a critical role in production

• Ability to work under minimal supervision under tight time constraints

• Ability to work independently, but also partner as a team player

 

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