Prepress Technician 2nd shift

Build your Career with an Industry Leader Multi-Color Corporation is the global leader of premium printed label solutions helping brands stand out in a competitive marketplace while inspiring positive consumer experiences. With a truly global network of over 12000 teammates and facilities spanning across more than 25 countries we strive to combine our global reach with the personalized touch of local service. Come join us as we revolutionize the packaging industry in supporting our customers to help create emotional connections with iconic Prepress Technician focuses on ensuring the accurate construction and processing of all artwork files for flexography 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 work at MCC:Compensation $30-$40 per hourGenerous benefits package including medical dental vision disability life insurance and 401(k)Paid Holidays: New Years Memorial Day Fourth of July Labor Day Thanksgiving Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day plus two floating HolidaysResponsibilities:Proofing & Label AssemblyCreate trapped production ready art filesGenerate customer proofsManage multiple jobs in various proofing and assembly stagesWork with: Adobe Creative CloudEsko softwareInternal production systemsStepping / Job AssemblyBuild press sheet layoutsModify layouts for production requirementsManage multiple jobs in various stepping production stagesPrepare jobs for press operationsColor ManagementCMYK and spot-color correction and matchingSupport both: Offset printingFlexographic printingUse GMG color management toolsScreen MakingProduce rotary silk screensMaintain screen room materials and equipmentManage multiple jobs in various screen production stagesDeliver press-ready materialsPlate MakingCreate offset flexo and letterpress platesMaintain plate room equipment and materialsManage multiple jobs in various plate production stagesDeliver press-ready platesPreflight and QCReview incoming customer artworkCheck files for printability and defectsEnsure production specifications are metJob TrackingRecord work instructionsTrack labor and materialsUse internal job management systemsAdditional Responsibilities:Interact directly with customers or graphics separators for queries feedback on specifications in researching and developing new to make color adjustment decisions at pressPerform 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 in special projects and performs other duties as assignedQualifications:Associate degree or 2 years of equivalent combination of education and experience in Graphics Reproduction Customer Service or related will have experience working with Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe AcrobatESKO workflows GMG color management Offset printing Flexographic printing Color correction Trapping Prepress production workflows and Label printing and position combines graphic prepress expertise color management print production platemaking and workflow administration. Specific 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 tasks. Willingness to work a flexible schedule and overtime as to problem-solve and work with minimal & Inclusion:MCC fosters an inclusive culture that respects and embraces our teammates diverse backgrounds and experiences so that everyone can achieve their full potential here. We aspire for our company to truly reflect the diversity of our customers and the markets we serve. We are committed to equal opportunity for everyone regardless of peoples gender identity/expression age language sexual orientation ability race socioeconomic status national origin or other physical demands require standing using hands to finger feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and 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.