Prepress Production Artist
Prepress Production Artist
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Job Description
JOB TITLE: Prepress Production Artist
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: PrePress
REPORTS TO: Art Manager
General Position Summary: The Prepress Production Artist is responsible for preparing customer-supplied artwork and internal design files for print production using industry-standard software. This is a technical production role not a graphic design or creative position. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in file preparation print standards color management die-line setup and digital workflow systems. You will be working primarily with Esko PackEdge Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop in a production-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Open review and analyze incoming artwork files for print feasibility and production standards.
- Prepare and adapt files for printing following Eurostampa technical guidelines.
- Work with Esko PackEdge to create and modify packaging layouts step & repeat impositions distortion files barcodes and other production elements.
- Use Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to clean up artwork manage layers embed images correct technical issues and ensure compatibility with print processes.
- Create and manage die-line files and templates.
- Apply trapping overprint settings ink separations varnishes and finishing layers.
- Generate digital proofs for internal review and customer approval.
- Collaborate with the graphic design technical and production departments to ensure accuracy and feasibility of the final output.
- Maintain naming conventions file organization and version control per internal workflow procedures.
- Ensure print-ready files are prepared according to the requirements of flexo offset or digital presses including white ink and embellishment layers.
- Support continuous improvement by participating in technical checks feedback loops and cross-department alignment.
- Comfortable working within a team environment and embrace learning & following specific Eurostampa procedures and processes.
Required Experience Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in prepress or print production preferably in packaging or labels.
- Proficiency in Esko PackEdge (or other Esko software such as ArtPro or Automation Engine).
- Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator (technical not creative use) and good working knowledge of Photoshop.
- Solid understanding of printing processes (flexographic offset digital) color separations spot colors and Pantone management.
- Knowledge of PDF standards file formats and technical troubleshooting.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
- Comfortable with collaborative workflow and constructive feedback.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Experience working with Esko Automation Engine or similar workflow systems.
- Familiarity with HP Indigo digital presses and variable data setup.
- Understanding of pre-distortion for shrink sleeves or conic labels.
Additional Information
This is a technical production position. While you will work with visual elements this is not a creative graphic design role. Candidates with a purely creative portfolio and no print production or packaging experience will not be considered.
The position is to work in office only Monday Friday 8am 5pm with potential overtime if required.
The Benefits:
- Medical Insurance- 80% Company Paid PPO Plan or up to a $1500 Company HSA Contribution.
- Eye Insurance- 100% Company Paid.
- Life and Short Term Disability Insurance - 100% Company Paid.
- 401K with a company match of up to 4%.
- Up to 5 weeks paid vacation.
- Paid Sick Days; Paid Holidays.
Apply NOW if you have a strong work ethic and are ready to begin your career with family owned company that makes employee satisfaction a top priority!
Employment Type
Full Time
