Print Shop Graphics Specialist OVERVIEW OF VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY __ Vulcan Materials Company is the nations largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. We run our business with great discipline and integrity. _ _ _ At Vulcan, our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment of trust, teamwork, positive reinforcement, open-mindedness and communication. _ _ _ Ours is a culture of mutual respect, integrity and committed spirit. Opportunity, community and unity is our way of doing business. We call it The Vulcan Way. Summary Description of Position Uses knowledge of current graphic design software to produce graphic art, visual materials and press services for corporate office and divisions. Must monitor and maintain integrity of Company branding as set forth by the Community Relations Department. Responsible for operating Desktop Publishing Systems along with Konica Minolta C1100 high speed production color printer, Epson Stylus PRO 3880 plate system, Epson Stylus PRO 9800 wide format printer, Roland printer/cutter, UV flatbed printer, Duplo 5000 Collator, Rosback Perforator, Polar cutter, coil binding, and 4-hole drill. Manage the storage and organization of design files and assets. Education, Experience, Skills Required ** ** Education: Requirements include a high school diploma. ** ** Experience: Must have 3 to 5 years of experience in printing and design, with current Windows operating system (Windows 7) computers, strong expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must have layout and design experience along with strong communication, attention to detail, organization, problem solving, time management, and strong customer service skills. ** ** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have knowledge of pre-press processes and proven graphic design experience. This position requires a positive attitude, dependability and accurate typing skills. Must have experience scanning high quality images. Must possess the ability to handle all appointed design and production tasks outlined by the client, while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. ** ** Desktop Publishing: Key responsibilities include operating the Windows 7 Platform. Must have experience in reviewing type. The knowledge of business and literary English, spelling, and grammar usage is essential. ** ** Color Printing System: Primary function is to supply the customer with quality color prints. Must be able to reduce and enlarge color-copying jobs, multi-page enlargement, along with adjusting the color for difficult color copying jobs. ** ** Essential Functions for Desktop Publishing System ** ** 1. Responsible for creating and maintaining a filing system on the Desktop Publishing System using Excel VMC# database file. ** ** 2. Responsible for selecting the correct software program for each individual job. Must be responsible for keying in data, editing copy, typefaces and size, scaling pictures to fit layouts, and correcting errors after the proofing process. ** ** 3. Responsible for specifying correct type font (point size, line spacing, formatting, fonts) according to what the individual job is. ** ** 4. Responsible for generating proofing materials on the Konica Minolta C1100 and Epson Stylus PRO 9800 proofing system for customers to check for errors. ** ** 5. Responsible for correcting errors and making changes to individual jobs for quality output work. ** ** Essential Functions for Konica Minolta C1100 Color Copier, PrintPoint Web2Print, Epson Stylus PRO 3880 Plate System, Roland Printer/Cutter and UV Flatbed Printer. ** ** 1. Responsible for supplying customers with quality color prints. Must be able to distinguish the different colors used in each job if adjustments are needed. ** ** 2. Must be able to produce multi-page enlargements along with other specialty tasks from the color copier. ** ** 3. Responsible as needed for processing the customer's job(s) through the PrintPoint Web2Print for production. Also responsible for maintaining Web2Print site, such as routine updates, and ensuring all forms are uploaded with most recent revisions and accurate descriptions. ** ** 4. Responsible for setting up jobs to go to press; making sure all color separations are correct. ** ** 5. Responsible for outputting quality plates on the Epson Stylus PRO 3880 plate setter. Maintaining the upkeep of the StudioRIP software. Keeping up-to-date knowledge using the StudioRIP device for Windows 7 workstation. ** ** 6. Responsible for producing a variety of jobs on the Roland large format printer/cutter, such as magnets, vinyl stickers, vinyl lettering, banners, etc. as needed. Also must maintain the Roland and ensure quality results when printing on different substrates, as well as maintain Roland VersaWorks software. ** ** 7. Responsible for producing various jobs, on various substrates, on the UV flatbed printer; such as aluminum signs, corrugated plastic signs, foam board presentations, etc. Also must maintain the UV flatbed printer and ensure quality results when printing at all times. Other Requirements ** ** * Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. * Packaging of printed signage and/or material for shipping. * Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel while in shop. * Keep cartons of paper stocked in proper place. * Keep all substrates of various sizes (aluminum blanks, foam board, etc.) properly stored and organized. ** ** Behavioral Expectations ** ** * Strong Work Ethic: Can handle what comes up; Uses time efficiently; finds the answers and makes sure the situation is taken care of correctly. Avoids time wasters. * Creativity: Develops innovative solutions to problems by trying non-obvious or non-traditional approaches. * Respectful: Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity, and respect. * Self-Motivated: Gets the job done with a minimum of supervision. Collaborates with others to address issues that arise. ** ** Critical Competencies ** ** * Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and listens carefully in an open, candid and consistent manner. * Customer Focus: Takes responsibility for customer relationships, keeping promises and commitments. * Team Player: Establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations and accountabilities. Recognizes group morale and acts to protect or build as necessary. * Interpersonal Interaction: Quickly establishes rapport with internal and external customers to develop trust that their concerns are heard and responded to promptly. * Personal Accountability: Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others. BENEFITS * Vulcan Materials Company offers a competitive compensation program and benefits package including: medical/dental/vision, paid holidays and vacations, life insurance, 401(k) with match and flexible spending accounts. __ Vulcan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination. **Primary Location: **Alabama-Birmingham **Work Locations: ** **Job: **Facility Maintenance **Organization: **Vulcan Materials Company **Schedule: **Full-time **Job Posting: **Oct 15, 2018, 2:42:10 PM