Role Overview
Kodak's Traditional Print Systems Division is a leading developer, manufacturer, and distributor of digital solutions for the graphic arts industry. You see the results of our technology every day, such as magazines, catalogues, newspapers, books, brochures, packaging, and security printing.
We are dedicated to providing our customers with continually improving and innovative solutions. At Kodak, you’ll be part of a global network of professionals working on creative projects in a state-of-the-art technological environment - a place where your work is challenging. We value varied points of view, all working together toward Kodak's goals.
Thermal Heads (TH), the heart of our Computer-to-Plate (CtP) products, are complex imaging devices that utilize state-of-the-art optics, electronics, and mechanical design. Our Thermal Heads enable Kodak’s SquareSpotTM imaging technology, which is unique and widely recognized as the best in the industry. We are looking for a technologist to join our team!
Expected Contributions:
• Assist members of the TH team with TH testing
• Conduct maintenance and repairs on jigs in coordination with TH team
• Assist with development and testing of next generation TH
• Assist with validation of improvement to current THs
• Assist with trouble shooting QC issues as they arise
• Kodak is committed to caring for our environment. Other important activities will include consideration of Health, Safety, and Environmental impacts such as energy conservation, recycling, and elimination of waste.
Specific Tasks:
• Perform testing based on provided test procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with setups, equipment, and heads.
• Accurately record test configurations, conditions, and observations.
• Document and report test results in a clear and traceable manner.
• CtP level head testing, including installing and removing heads from CtP devices.
• Generate, review, and analyze test plots and data trends with members of the TH team.
• Maintain test equipment, tools, and lab setups.
• Assist with experimental optical assemblies and other modification to thermal heads
Minimum Requirements:
• Diploma or undergraduate degree in a technical discipline
• Electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical experience necessary
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Physically fit and able to lift and manipulate an 18 kg thermal head
• Able to manipulate small delicate parts for optical assembly
• Basic optical design understanding, required
• Experience with Office applications, required
• Experience with MatLab, Solidworks or Zemax desired
• Experience working in the general printing industry is desired
• Strives for excellence in all activities and desires to exceed expectations
• Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication
• Keeps clear and concise records of work performed
• Follows SOPs and training received from TH team members
• Self-Driven, Autonomous, and Hard Working
EOE Policy Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Estimated Salary: $60,000 - $75,000
Experience Level: 0-5 Years
Requisition ID: 2245
