Large Format Print Operator

Who are we? Altro has been at the forefront of innovation for over 100 years. Today, working closely with architects, end customers, engineers, designers and contractors around the world, our insight and expertise help them transform everyday spaces into environments that can improve the wellbeing of everyone that uses them.

As a family-founded business, we have a strong sense of what we value and a way of thinking inspired by The Bauhaus – a balance of quality, form and design-led function – that puts people’s needs at the heart of everything we do. It’s a human-centered approach to designing for the demands of 21st century life.

With offices across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, we remain committed to developing solutions that stand the test of time.

We combine the best in contemporary style with the functionality required to improve the way we all live and work, wherever in the world that may be.

What are we looking for?

Our team is seeking a personable and motivated Top Talent to support the company by working with our manufacturing team as a Large Format Print Operator located in our Wilmington, Massachusetts headquarters. The Large Format Print Operator requires high attention to detail, a mindful handling of product, ability to adhere to a tight schedule, flexibility, teamwork and a positive attitude.  Other duties include the operation of a laminator and routing table.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Perform custom finishing services including laminating, printing and routing.
• Maintain awareness of whether the printers are functioning properly throughout the day; troubleshoot as needed or identify when expert technical service is required.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Use software to subtly manipulate digital files to ensure an accurate match to customer approved images.
• Work independently to set up and run assigned orders on wide format printer, laminator or router table.
• Maintain an organized and clean work space.
• Communicate and coordinate with the rest of the team to stay on the production schedule and meet deadlines.
• Ensure that all orders are produced on time or ahead of schedule.
• Receive approvals on all jobs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company's needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience operating a laminator and router cutting machine.
• Experience with wide format printers including flat bed and roll fed, knowledge of HP R1000 latex printer would be beneficial.
• Experience with print production or other production/manufacturing is preferred.
• Fine-tuned sense of color.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Onyx software.
• Ability to learn and utilize proprietary computer software.
• Ability to follow, understand and execute direction.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Able to stay focused and organized while executing a number of projects simultaneously.
• Resourcefulness and creative problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds.

Hours of work: Fulltime (40 hours) a week. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, between­­­­ 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Hours of work may vary based on business needs.

What do we offer? We are proud to offer competitive salary, as well as, a comprehensive employee benefits package, including; medical, dental, vision, FSA, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, and 401k with company match. This is only a part of our excellent package; we also offer a generous time off package which includes a company shutdown, with pay, for the week between Christmas and New Year.

EOE/AAP Statement: At Altro Americas, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

COVID-19 Statement: At Altro Americas we take COVID-19 seriously, and during this challenging time, we are focused on supporting our employees, customers, and local communities in which we operate. We have successfully worked to avoid disruptions caused by COVID-19, while at the same time acting responsibly to do what we can to prevent further spread of the virus by adhering to CDC guidelines, as well as guidelines from our local government. We will continue to closely monitor and assess the evolving situation and will be diligent about communicating on important issues.