Prepress Specialist

Build your Career with an Industry LeaderAs the global leader of premium labels MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team you can truly make a Prepress Specialist focuseson ensuring the accurate construction and processing of all artwork files for various printing methods including lithography flexography gravure and digital label printing. Expertise in printing processes is paramount for this role as the candidate adeptly configures jobs to meet customer specifications ensuring swift turnaround times without compromising quality. The primary emphasis of this position lies in the technical aspects of preparing files for printing showcasing proficiency in optimizing files for flawless execution on the chosen printing platform. Its important to note that this is not a design Duties and Responsibilities:Execute electronic art separations to customer-supplied artwork following internal job tickets while adhering to printer specifications for all print types and materials. This includes but is not limited to application of traps overprints pullbacks and positive or reverse line requirements electronic proofs & hard color approved proof files to final stepped files for plate finished files including the completion of QA with customer representatives or other teammates concerning job specifications or special multiple jobs in various production Macintosh workstations utilizing company ERP Graphics Systems and strong knowledge of manufacturing with external communication and file required documentation in an accurate and prompt Responsibilities:Interact directly with customers or graphics separators for queries feedback on specifications in researching and developing new routine maintenance and manage computers and with established facility safety policies and procedures and other regulations as to MCC company code of in continuous improvement / Kaizen department meetings and internal training duties as :Associate degree or 2 years of equivalent combination of education and experience in Graphics Reproduction Customer Service or related computer skills are essential including proficiency with business operating systems prepress/preflight software internet applications as well as word processing and spreadsheet proficiency with Adobe Creative in MS Office with Hybrid Esko GMG or HP Indigo software a ability to learn new technology including new/upgraded software and color theory and color vision abilities required including color perception depth and focus be detail oriented well organized and take pride in delivering quality to multi-task and work well under pressure with tight verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into actionable to work a flexible schedule and overtime as to problem-solve and work with minimal position may require sporadic travel as physical demands require standing using hands to finger feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear. This position requires frequent walking. Occasionally employee is required to climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements are close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.#appcast