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Are you an experienced Prepress Operator with a passion for packaging and label production? We're looking for a detail-oriented professional to join our team and play a key role in preparing customer artwork for high-quality print production. If you enjoy working with cutting-edge prepress technology and collaborating with designers and production teams, we'd love to hear from you.
As our Prepress Operator , you'll prepare customer files for print production using industry-leading prepress software and equipment, ensuring files meet quality standards and are optimized for a variety of printing technologies.
Prepare and validate customer artwork for print production.
Perform preflight inspections and resolve file issues before production.
Create working files and impose files for the plate-making process.
RIP files for proofing and final production output.
Produce and inspect digital proofs for customer approval.
Prepare files for imposition and production.
Archive and retrieve production files using automated archival software.
Create step-and-repeat layouts using ESKO software.
Prepare spot coating vector artwork for flexographic plates.
Generate printing plates and production-ready files.
Review folding carton artwork for accuracy, completeness, and print readiness.
Manage color consistency using color profiles and calibration tools.
Coordinate with outside vendors for embossing dies, stamping dies, and other specialty services.
Collaborate with graphic designers, customers, and production teams to resolve artwork and technical issues.
Follow production schedules and work orders to ensure on-time delivery.
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You're a fit for the role of Prepress Operator , if your background includes:
Minimum 3 years of Prepress experience , preferably in the packaging, label, or commercial printing industry.
Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Packaging Technology, or a related field preferred.
Strong understanding of print production, file preparation, and imposition.
Experience with: Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign ArtPro+ PC-based prepress systems
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
ArtPro+
PC-based prepress systems
Experience with ESKO software (or the ability to quickly learn ESKO applications) is highly preferred.
Knowledge of color management, RIP software, and digital proofing.
Ability to troubleshoot artwork and production issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Candidates with experience in folding cartons, labels, flexible packaging, or other packaging print environments are strongly encouraged to apply.
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Stable, growing organization
Collaborative team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Work with state-of-the-art packaging and printing technologies
If you're ready to bring your prepress expertise to a company committed to quality and innovation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
Oliver Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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