Pre-press Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing, including trapping, stepping, and distortion.
• Maintain clear communication with Management, Prepress, Production, and Customer Service teams.
• Proofread all content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Conduct hard copy proofing and ensure accuracy in variable data and sequential numbering.
• Perform barcode verification to maintain quality standards.

Basic Qualifications

• Achieve an Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and InDesign.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to think critically, solve problems proactively, and deliver within deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Achieve a Bachelor’s degree in graphics or an industry-related field.
• Experience with Esko Workflow.
• Background in Flexographic printing or label manufacturing prepress.
• Familiarity with general manufacturing and pre-production graphics manipulation.