SUMMARY:

A detail oriented and organized professional with the ability to work with customer -provided and internally produced product artwork, private label custom packaging, in-house sales brochures, digital imaging, revision history, and vector-based artwork. They will assist with the creation and maintenance of all customer, production, and internal graphic files; ensuring that all associates only have access to accurate files for department production equipment. Responsible for reviewing and maintaining of internal logs and schedules- while confirming we meet all Print and Laser schedules. The position requires an ability to be multi-task oriented, self-sufficient, dependable, ability to cope under pressure, maintain good judgement, eager to learn.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· As directed by Manager, work with OEM Automotive Marketing and Design Teams to create and/or revise corporate identity artwork including creating new graphics production files, packaging, renderings, etc. Manipulating previously created graphics and alter photos per internal and external request.

o Read and understand Customer Corporate Identity Guides, and how they impact our product presentation.

o Understand the capabilities of internal processes and how graphics can be recreated on hard goods.

· Work with internal engineering teams on customer new product development.

· Work with In-House Aftermarket Sales and Marketing on Design Projects including producing marketing material as directed for advertisements, website management, and photo editing.

· Support internal sales and marketing with product & packaging artwork requirements.

· Oversee the proper organization and availability of all graphic files - active and archived, ensuring only the most up to date revisions are available on the production floor to eliminate risk of prior version art being used.

· Be proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud, Corel Draw, and other types of Graphics software

· Support a variety of manufacturing personnel in the set up and operation of graphic production equipment by providing active, approved art files and assist in accurate job set-up for Laser Engraving and Print Press processing

· Understand the operation of various graphics equipment including CO2 Laser Engravers/Cutting, Digital Print Press, and Film Output processing, maintenance protocols, and documentation.

· Assist with production order lists and other production documentation to ensure 100% delivery time to Assembly. Updating schedules, logs, and paperwork when necessary.

· Follow established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, safety requirements, and resolve any issues or delays in all areas of responsibility.

· Ensure area is kept clean, organized, and presentable to employees, customers, and vendors

· Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE:

· Must have a minimum of 1-2 years graphic arts experience

· Quality driven with strong communication skills

· Must have strong organizational skills

· Ability to speak, understand, read, and write English

· Ability to perform basic math

· Ability to work independently and as a group

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Occasionally walk across the street between locations.

· Ability to communicate clearly on the phone.

· Position requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and carry office materials and supplies weighing 50 pounds or less.

· Finger dexterity is required to operate a computer keyboard.

· Applicants should have a clear vision, correct color perception and hand-eye coordination.

· Ability to stand 1-2 hours sporadically, if needed through an 8-hour workday.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Warehouse/production type facility, mostly through the use of hand loaded and unloaded equipment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Able to communicate in Spanish would be a plus

· ISO knowledge/experience would be a plus

· Understanding of Laser Marking for Metal Substrates would be a plus.

Computer Skills:

· Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Graphic Arts Skills (Adobe Creative Cloud, Corel Draw, or like)

· Knowledge of Fiery Command Workstation a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.