The Ink Room/Photomechanics Specialist is responsible for assisting the Photomechanics Coordinator with all tasks performed in the ink room and photomechanics processes.  The Ink Room/Photomechanics Specialist will help to execute all of the day-to-day tasks associated with the photomechanics process flow. Qualified candidates must be comfortable in a production oriented, fast paced environment that changes frequently and requires significant multi-tasking abilities.  The Ink Room/Photomechanics Specialist reports directly to the Photomechanics Coordinator and Production Supervisor.

Job Duties: 

• Helps to ensure timely completion of all photomechanics tasks (emulsion coating, screen developing, screen imaging and wash out, screen taping, etc.)
• Work with print press operators and production planner to make sure all orders have the necessary items to be completed accordingly at their press (inks, screens, printers guides, etc.)
• Communicate any issues that will slow down production with the appropriate departments and leaders
• Oversee the organization and cleanliness of the ink room
• Utilize ink mixing software to mix necessary ink components
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with various departments within BSG
• Help monitor and manage supplies (Ink, Screens, Emulsions, etc.)
• Help contribute to a safety culture in the BSG production room
• Help to ensure strong quality control processes with ink mixing and photomechanics
• Help to drive productivity and efficiency with ink making and photomechanics processes
• Help to ensure compliance with production orders
• Key partner to the production supervisor to communicate any issues and help troubleshoot
• Contribute to the flawless execution of photomechanics processes
• Assist with name badge program when needed
• Perform other functions and activities as directed by the photomechanics coordinator and production supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Screen printing or screen making experience preferred.
• Experience with print production inks desired.
• Basic computer and technical skills preferred
• Excellent verbal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Able to simultaneously execute a high level of detail
• Excellent time management skills with ability to use independent judgment effectively
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes while maintaining high levels of productivity
• Able to work well within a team environment, offering assistance and support to team members when necessary
• Able to work weekends and possible holidays
• Able to work 7AM to 4PM and longer if necessary
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred