Senior Specialist - Graphic Engineer

Location: Zurich

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Innovation

In short

The Graphics Engineer will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of color management workflows within our Innovation and Production environments. This role requires expertise in color matching, file preparation for printing, and ensuring high-quality print outcomes, particularly within Inkjet Systems. The ideal candidate has experience working in a cross functional setting and a strong understanding of color science and inkjet printing technologies.

Your Mission

Inkjet System Management: Oversee the operation and optimization of Inkjet Systems for color accuracy and print quality.
Color Management Workflow: Implement, maintain, and refine the color management workflow (of multiple moving parts of a single process) to ensure consistent and accurate color reproduction across all outputs.
Color Matching and File Creation: Perform precise color matching for various processes, including color matching on non white substrate, and prepare print-ready files (e.g., tiff creation).
Quality Control (Q/C): Establish QC standards that will be implemented through the sampling and production processes.
Automation: Participate in the development and implementation of Sequence and color profile Automation. Assist computational designers in the automation of print files that are production ready.
Production Environment Support: Work collaboratively within a production environment, troubleshooting issues related to graphics, color, and print processes.

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Your story

Technical background in the operation, maintenance, and optimization of industrial Inkjet systems
2+ Years of professional experience in a related field
Educational Background: An apprenticeship as Printing Technologist or a bachelor’s degree in Printing Technology, Color Science, Engineering, or a closely related technical field
Proven ability in Color matching and print file creation.
Demonstrated experience in implementing and managing a robust color management workflow for novel applications.
Experience with color matching on non-white substrates or similar specialized color processes.
Prior experience Working in an innovation or production environment with strict deadlines and quality standards.
Experience in Quality Standards Establishment.

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About the Team

As a member of the Innovation Technology team, you will join a multidisciplinary collective of experts redefining the future of sports goods manufacturing. We bridge the gap between digital theory and physical reality by building bespoke machinery, processing novel materials, and leveraging advanced modeling and simulation. Our mission is to unlock the potential of next-generation manufacturing, developing the custom software and engineering workflows needed to scale high-performance products.

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Dina

Footwear Testing Lead

We touch every product that's being made because we bring the connection to the human being. So while everyone's excited about products, materials and colors, we go and say, “okay, so what does this actually do for the human?”

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

Build the better you

What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.