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This position is responsible for creating artwork to the customer specifications. This includes creating and digitizing artwork for use in the embroidery production environment. The position will interpret work orders based on the direction from the web and sales associates. Responsible for accurately translating the information into embroidery and/or vector files for various mediums.

Location:

Across from the Chester County Airport (Right off the express 30 bypass). This position is onsite in Coatesville, Pennsylvania.

Schedule:

7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday with one hour unpaid lunch. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Use 2 embroidery programs to produce personalized embroidery graphics and custom appliqué graphics according to customer specifications. Expert knowledge of Adobe Illustrator for creating custom logos and graphics. Interpret work orders and translate them into embroidery stitches, patterns and cut files. Program embroidery machines and test correctness and quality of each design. Use cutting machine to cut customized appliqué and heat transfer artwork. Match the product description on the order to the supplied material. Ability to communicate with internal staff to facilitate the approval of artwork. Ability to decipher and match colors. Works with the sales team and customers on custom design orders. Ensures final proofs meet customer satisfaction before sending to production. Complies with all Witmer Public Safety Group Policies and Procedures. Performs any other duties or projects assigned by the management team. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) High school diploma required. Graphic Arts & Design Certification preferred 1-2 years of work-related design experience preferred. Organization will consider equivalent internships/co-op/on-the-job training. Graphic design skills and knowledge of Adobe Illustrator/Corel Draw/Wilcom Embroidery Studio are required. Experience in digitizing content preferred. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while adjusting to changing priorities quickly as needed. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to follow directions required. Capable of working under time constraints. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook) Knowledge of fabrics, colors and textiles a plus. Ability to meet all required deadlines; ability to change priorities quickly as needed; ability to independently handle stress and maintain a mature problem-solving demeanor. Previous embroidery experience preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. If you are looking to be a part of something bigger than yourself, that is both financially and emotionally rewarding, we want to talk to you! We like to hire people with experience, but we love to hire people with initiative. We are a fast-growing company with exciting endeavors on the horizon. We need people who are passionate, positive, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. In addition, Witmer Public Safety Group offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with matching component, company paid Life/ADD/Short-term Disability/Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and several additional voluntary plans.