Metalphoto of Cincinnati (MPC), a division of Horizons Incorporated is a dynamic and growing manufacturer of custom durable metal and plastic branding, product identification, functional components, and signage products. MPC has been delivering high quality and cost-effective products to our hundreds of customers nationwide for over 60 years. Our customers span a broad range of industries and include such notable names as Amazon, Federal Express, Caterpillar, Lockheed Martin, Care Fusion, and many others. MPC employs a variety of processes in the production of our products including photographic imaging, digital printing, screen printing, thermal transfer printing, and various finishing and fabricating methods.

To support our continuing growth, MPC is seeking a full-time Prepress Graphics Specialist to join our team.

Role Responsibilities

• Review customer supplied designs and layouts and suggest improvements when necessary.

• Design and preparation of art and copy layouts using graphics software for materials to be screen printed, digitally printed, or photographically imaged based on job requirements, customer specifications and other related job information.
• Performing other technical duties including scaling, cropping, retouching, repositioning, and pre- flighting.
• Accurately assembling and / or creating as needed all elements of design required for production, including dimensional or illustrative drawings, paper or electronic proofs, print routings, etc.
• Archiving and updating of graphic files as required.
• Output of film positives / negatives for production using a dry film image setter, assembling, inspecting, retouching, and mounting films as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator®, Adobe Photoshop®, CorelDRAW®, Microsoft Office Suite®, and / or 2-D CAD drawing.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and understand mechanical / technical drawings.
• A working knowledge of photographic imaging, screen printing, or digital printing is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, but within a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills including ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including an ability to interface professionally with customers when required.

Company Benefits

• Paid vacation and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401K with employer contributions
• Company paid bonuses
• Tuition aid