Print Production Coordinator jobs in Columbus, MS

Backed by over 95 years of experience, The Taylor Group has become a worldwide operation with sales driven by the professional and aggressive activities of a vast domestic dealer sales, direct sales, and international sales organization. TMW designs, engineers, and manufactures more than 100 models of industrial lift equipment with lift capacities from 4,000 lbs. to 125,000 lbs. At the very center of this success has been an unwavering commitment to the key concepts of Faith-Vision-Work by the members of the Taylor family and employees who collectively form The Big Red Team! Taylor Machine Works, Inc. is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.

Seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented person to join the Marketing support Team to Operate large format printers, digital transfer applications, heat presses, laminators, cutters and/or bindery and other post-printing production equipment under direct supervision.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for accurate file preparation, ensuring that all files meet the specified requirements and proofs.
• Operate and maintain large format printers, laminators, cutter, folder, scanner, padding machine, etc.
• Evaluates and inspects print samples during print runs to identify necessary adjustments.
• Confirm the compatibility of fonts, art, and photographic links in the document.
• Inspect vector art and photographic images for resolution, color accuracy, and proportional sizing.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of various print shop equipment; assist with minor repair and replacement of equipment parts.
• Maintain supply levels.
• Must have ability to properly measure and cut needed materials such as vinyl, paper, foam board, etc.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in relevant software packages (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in file preparation.
• Knowledge of printing processes and color corrections.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively work within a team.
• Prior experience in a pre-press or print production environment preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge for handling digital files (e.g., converting file formats)
• Must be a team player with the ability to collaborate and work well with other team members and management.
• Assemble orders for pickup/delivery.
• Communicate effectively by phone, email, and in-person, and provide excellent productivity.
• Must have the ability to work standing for full shift and can pick up loads of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work quickly, multi-task, and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Willing to accept responsibility and take instruction well.
• Keep work areas clean, stocked, and free from clutter.
• Able to fit into a changing work environment quickly.
• Requires computer-related tasks.

Education and Experience:

• Possesses working knowledge of print production.
• Requires a high school diploma, associate degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• Basic knowledge of operations of printing equipment utilizing associated software.
• Graphic designs skills are beneficial and encouraged.

Benefits:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Vacation
• 10 Holidays
• 401K
• Company paid life insurance.