Adobe Creative Suite, Color Printing, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Email Technology, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Printing, Problem Solving Skills, Production Specifications, Production Support, Production Systems, Promotional Products, Proofreading, Purchase Orders, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Segue SilkTest, Time Management, Willing to Travel
Proofreader - 1st Shift
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Proofreader to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing artwork, designs, and production files to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with customer specifications before they are released to production.
The Proofreader plays a critical role in maintaining the high quality standards expected by HIT Promotional Products by identifying errors, verifying artwork details, and collaborating with artists and vendors to ensure every order is production-ready.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Review customer artwork, vendor artwork, purchase orders, and special instructions for accuracy and completeness.
- Compare artwork proofs against final production files and production travelers to identify discrepancies or errors.
- Verify artwork details, colors, layouts, text, and customer specifications before production.
- Document and communicate any errors or required corrections to artists or vendors.
- Ensure all orders meet company quality standards before being released to production.
- Utilize internal art application systems to review and process orders.
- Communicate effectively with Customer Service Representatives and other departments regarding artwork concerns.
- Maintain productivity goals, including reviewing and completing approximately 100 orders per day.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and basic computer applications.
- Previous proofreading, quality control, or artwork review experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of silk screening, pad printing, heat transfer, and four-color process printing is a plus.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite programs preferred.
Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally through email and internal systems.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet daily production goals.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Work is primarily performed in an office or production support environment.
- Occasional exposure to a manufacturing environment and ink odors.
- Ability to focus on detailed visual work for extended periods.
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