We’re here for YOU. Rooted in the Community:
Bay Photo Lab was established in Santa Cruz County and is nestled in the beautiful coastal
redwoods of Scotts Valley. In our 45 year history, we’ve been on the cutting edge of
innovative photographic printing and photo finishing services. We take pride in our continued
ability to navigate and adapt to a vastly changing industry. Bay Photo has long been committed
to providing YOU, our community, and our customers world-wide, with the highest quality printing, superior service, innovative technology, diverse and creative product options, and expedient turnaround and delivery; to maintain our promise, perfect every time.
Do work that matters. Employment at Bay Photo Lab:
At Bay Photo, we preserve people's memories by making photo products that will be cherished for generations. We welcome you to join our dynamic, diverse team of photographers, makers, artists, and craftspeople from all walks of life. We value teamwork and a positive outlook, and offer a rewarding, innovative, creative and state of the art work environment.
At Bay Photo, our reputation for quality and efficiency starts with the organization and care of
our high volume of production materials, supplies, equipment, and people. We are seeking a Giclee Technician to support our night shift team.
Summary of Position
The Giclee Technician is responsible for a variety of different steps in the production of our canvas wrapped photographic print products. The different steps can include preparing materials, printing, trimming, assembling products, quality checking, and final packaging.
Essential Responsibilities
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Prepping materials for production
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Printing, trimming, and/or stretching images
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Performing quality checks and counts
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Packaging final products
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Working with hand tools and other production machinery to cut, stretch and trim canvas and/or posters
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Reading, understanding, and following order forms, charts, and production procedures
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Producing high quality items according to order specs and production procedures
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Follow all safety procedures including wearing personal protective equipment
Other Duties
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Responding to changes in workflow, work volume, and production as needed, including working in other departments
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Maintaining a clean and organized work area that is ready for the next shift
Requirements
Skills
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Must be detail oriented
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Must be an effective listener
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Demonstrates and understands personal responsibility and accountability
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Has ability to give and receive constructive feedback and effectively apply to one's work
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Must remain accessible and professional in high pressure situations
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Can work safely and successfully with a focused sense of urgency
Experience
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Must be able to use Kodak DP2 (or be trained)
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Must be able to use Labworks (or be trained)
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Has a working knowledge of basic computer and Windows functions
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Has ability to understand department & company goals and proactively works toward achieving them
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Will be required to show competency in all procedures or tasks
Physical Requirements
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Stand/walk/move to multiple work stations throughout the department and stand continuously
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Can lift up to 25 pounds and awkward sizes
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Ability to work in an environment with changing temperatures, exposure to outside, dust and noise
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Perform repetitive motions throughout the day
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Frequent twisting, reaching above head, bending, squatting motions
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Frequently reach stock or orders up to a height of 72”
Availability
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Available for OT during busy seasons of the year
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Flexible in scheduling changes
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Reliable in work ethic and in attendance
Compensation
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$17.00 per hour night shift premium
This job description represents a summary of responsibilities. It is not a contract and it is not an exhaustive list of every possible responsibility. Employees can expect to be assigned additional work not explicitly contained in the description to ensure excellent customer service and product delivery. This may include coordination with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.