Litho Production Specialist

Location

• Chicago, IL

About Cenveo

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• These are functions a qualified incumbent or applicant must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Coordinate lithographic printing activities for custom envelope orders.
• Review customer artwork, proofs, and specifications for production readiness.
• Manage prepress processes, including plate preparation and artwork revisions.
• Schedule print jobs to support production deadlines and customer delivery requirements.
• Communicate job requirements and priorities to press operators and production teams.
• Monitor inventory levels of printing plates, inks, and related supplies.
• Work with vendors to obtain printing plates, artwork services, and specialty materials.
• Ensure product quality meets customer specifications and company standards.
• Investigate and resolve printing, artwork, or production issues.
• Maintain accurate production records, job files, and reporting metrics.
• Assist with estimating and costing information related to print production.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to printing efficiency/waste reduction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Other (Non-Essential) Functions
• The duties listed are typical for this role but may be reassigned to other employees as a reasonable accommodation under the ADA.
• Other duties and assignments as required.

Pay & Work Schedule

• Annual Salary - $85,000- $90,000
• Schedule: Monday – Friday; Saturdays as business dictate.
• Flexibility is required based on the needs of the operation.
• For information purposes, production shifts are as follows:
• 1st: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 2nd: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 3rd: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Job Requirements

• Associate's / Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience considered.
• 3+ years of lithographic, offset printing, prepress, or envelope manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of envelope converting and printing processes.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, PDF workflow, and prepress systems.
• Strong understanding of color management and print quality standards.
• Proficiency with ERP, production scheduling, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated computer proficiency required; Microsoft Office and ERP systems experience preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to frequently remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) and move throughout the work area, including walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and twisting.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must wear required PPE, including hearing protection and safety shoes.
• Regular exposure to production equipment, noise, and materials such as inks and adhesives.