Prepress Operator ISM

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental weve got it made and thats because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4000 employees strong Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B) known under the TC Transcontinental brand is a Canadian retail marketing services company Canadas largest printer and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed educated and prosperous society TC Transcontinental propels its clients success across the retail education book and information industries. With agility creativity and boldness we design and deliver innovative high-value products and services.

We are looking for a Prepress Operator is responsible for preparing and reviewing production-ready artwork for large format and digital print applications. The role ensures files meet customers brand and manufacturing requirements through preflight checks quality control and file preparation while collaborating with internal teams to deliver high-quality products on time.

The pay range for this role is $24 to $26 per hour commensurate with experience education and internal equity. This range is provided to ensure clarity and promote equitable access to employment opportunities.

When your actions lead to success:

• Prepare and modify production-ready files for large format and digital print applications.
• Review customer artwork and identify basic file issues such as missing bleed incorrect dimensions low-resolution images font issues and colour concerns.
• Build and update artwork templates and production files to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Create impositions and finishing layouts for digital print die-cut routing and I-cut workflows.
• Perform preflight checks proofing and quality control reviews to ensure file accuracy.
• Follow client brand standards SOPs and quality procedures.
• Work with Project Management Production and team members to resolve file-related issues.
• Verify colours overprints transparencies and finishing requirements before production.
• Meet quality productivity and turnaround expectations while managing multiple priorities.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with a strong attention to detail.
• Be available for overtime as required to support production schedules.
• Follow all health and safety policies and contribute to a safe workplace.
• Additional duties as assigned.

When your expertise drives us:

• Diploma or post-secondary education in Graphic Arts Graphic Communications Prepress Printing Technology or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in prepress production art digital print or a related industry. Recent graduates with relevant co-op or internship experience will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of digital print production processes and file preparation.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud including Illustrator Acrobat and InDesign.
• Experience with prepress software such as Enfocus PitStop PrintFactory HP SmartStream Designer or similar workflow applications is an asset.
• Experience working with macOS and Windows operating systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle mutiple projects.
• Strongattention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Nice to have experience with variable data printing (VDP) workflows and software such as XMPie is considered an asset.
• Nice to have experince working with data-driven print projects or personalized campaigns is an asset.

When benefits really help you live better:

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thriveat work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health dental life disability and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance wireless plans travel and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair transparent and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environmentpromoting dignity independence integration and equal opportunity for all including persons with disabilities. Accommodations including alternative formats will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact

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