Designer

Description

Job Summary: Prepare, optimize, and adapt images for digital inkjet printing; operate specialized equipment; generate colorimetric profiles; and provide technical and training support. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in PZT DOD inkjet technology and color management. 2. Global technical support and training for customers. 3. Collaboration in R&D, Technical Support, Sales, and Production. About Vibrantz Technologies Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier\-to\-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco\-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and – uniquely – their hearts. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market\-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american\-securities.com . **Location** Almazora, Spain **JOB PURPOSE** ------------------------ **Prepare, optimize, and adapt images for digital inkjet printing; operate CEIT specialized equipment; generate colorimetric profiles; and provide technical and training support both at the center and at international customer sites.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **RESPONSIBILITIES** ------------- A. Technical Responsibilities * Prepare, adjust, and optimize images for digital DOD printing in accordance with CEIT colorimetric standards. * Create CMYK and multichannel (ICC, multicomponent) colorimetric profiles. * Define and document print schemes for different technologies and substrates. * Operate and maintain CEIT inkjet printers, ensuring accuracy and repeatability. B. Customer Support * Conduct technical assistance and training at customer sites globally. * Support Sales and Technical Support departments by creating samples, designs, and demonstrations. * Advise customers on best practices for image preparation, color workflows, and RIP usage. C. Training and Knowledge Transfer * Deliver training on design and color management software (Photoshop, Illustrator, RIPs, ICC profiles). * Document processes and prepare technical guides and materials. D. Internal Collaboration * Collaborate closely with R&D, Technical Support, Sales, and Production to ensure technical consistency and visual quality across projects. * Participate in ink validations, print tests, and equipment characterization. **REQUIREMENTS** -------------- **Mandatory** ------------------- **· Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design and Product Development Engineering or equivalent qualification.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **· Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.** -------------------------------------------------------------- **· Minimum 3 years’ experience working with PZT DOD inkjet technology (models, RIPs, application workflows, and design preparation).** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **· Solid knowledge of color management and ICC profile creation.** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- **· Experience with professional raster image processing (RIP) software.** --------------------------------------------------------------------- **· Spanish: full proficiency (spoken and written).** ----------------------------------------------------- **· English: professional proficiency (spoken and written).** ------------------------------------------------------- **· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.** ------------------------------------------ **Desirable** -------------- **· Knowledge of industrial processes for glass and ceramics.** ------------------------------------------------------------------ **· Experience delivering technical training to customers.** -------------------------------------------------------------- **· Basic knowledge of DOD printer maintenance and calibration.** ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- **· Additional languages.** -------------------- **COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS** ------------------------------ * Collaborative work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams. * Technical precision and attention to detail, especially in colorimetric tasks. * Ability to analyze problems, propose solutions, and make evidence\-based decisions. * Effective time management and task prioritization in dynamic environments. * Adaptability to new processes, technologies, or scenarios. * Excellent communication and presentation skills in Spanish and English. * Technological curiosity and continuous learning. **ACCOUNTABILITIES** --------------------- SAFETY * Comply with company\-established safety and hygiene procedures. * Maintain order and cleanliness in work areas. QUALITY * Ensure consistency and reliability of produced samples and designs. * Apply CEIT quality criteria and established standards. * undefined CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Identify, evaluate, and report opportunities for improvement in processes and equipment. Propose technical solutions and participate in product innovations. undefined ETHICS AND CULTURE Adhere to Vibrantz’s corporate values: safety, integrity, people\-centricity, commitment to excellence, and environmental responsibility. Maintain confidentiality associated with the position. Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. Vibrantz is committed to protecting your privacy. We provide a Website Privacy Policy located on our Vibrantz.com site to explain the type of information we collect and to inform you of the specific practices and guidelines that protect the security and confidentiality of your personal data. Please read that policy carefully. If any term in the policy is unacceptable to you, please do not use the Website or provide any personal data. This policy may change from time to time (see Revisions to Our Privacy Policy on Vibrantz.com). Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.