Pre-Press Coordinator
- ePac Flexible Packaging
- Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
- Job ID : 136661
- Category : Other
- Job Type : Full-Time
- Salary : $26-31 Hourly
- Anticipated Start Date : 2024-01-30
- Posting Date : 30 Jan 2024
- Expiry Date : 28 Jul 2024
Description
ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Prepress Coordinator
LOCATION: Mississauga, ON
REPORTS TO: Director of Operations/VP of Operations or Prepress Systems Manager
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time, permanent6
STARTING DATE: ASAP
WAGE: 26.00-31.00
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Prepress Coordinator position receives digital files from customers and provides customer service to ensure that proofs and files are ready for print. Develops procedures and prepares artwork for production.
Essential Duties
● Receives digital files from customers and provides customer service on whether or not those files are correct or if more information is needed
● Prepares and sends proofs
● Prepares files for print
● Enters job ticket information online
● Reviews incoming jobs to determine the level of design and/or pre-press work required.
● Communicates with the prepress department to determine cost and schedule of work required to complete each job.
● Communicates with customers keeping them apprised of job status.
● Works with the HP Indigo 20000/25000 press operator(s) on matters involving quality and scheduling.
● Follows quality requirements to meet or exceed specifications.
● Applies trap and color correction to art files, performs color separation, assigns necessary screening, steps art according to press layout, and generates press-ready files for production.
● Produces color-accurate contract proofs according to customer and press specifications.
● Creates mockups, 3D drawings, special proofs, etc. for customers as requested.
● Analyzes incoming graphics for printability, separation issues, brand color concerns, Pantone® matching, ink sequence and any foreseeable printing issues. Documents the issues and possible solutions, and then notifies the appropriate people.
● Shares prepress knowledge and techniques as well as job-specific information with Digital Press Operators and other Prepress Coordinators
● Works with a team to develop procedures and workflows relevant to the prepress area.
● Demonstrates appropriate attitude in all dealings with co-workers, customers, and suppliers
● Helps with estimating and quoting
● Answers phones and customer inquiries
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
1. Deep and demonstrated working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
2. Strong working knowledge of file conversion, color conversion, imposition, composition, proof and press alignment
3. Excellent understanding of color management
4. Strong working knowledge of: proof-to-press matching, spectrophotometry, hard proofing and soft proofing
5. Experience with digital printing on flexible packaging substrates
6. Attention to detail
7. Communication skills
8. Knowledge and skilled usage of Adobe programs
9. Flexibility ad Adaptability
10. Knowledge of file transfer systems
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
● Bachelor’s degree in a related field, preferred
Minimum completion of high school/secondary school
● At least 2 years in prepress, file and/or color profiling and print file preparation
● Strong working knowledge of digital print processes and DFEs (HP Production Pro and Esko highly considered)
● Strong working knowledge of Esko Automation Engine, Esko DeskPack (highly considered)
● Strong understanding of printing processes (digital, offset, flexo and gravure highly considered)
● Trouble shooting/problem solving skills.
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
● If interested, please send your resume AND a portfolio of your work to hire.epac@gmail.com
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