Production Artist / Prepress Operator

Description & Requirements

The opportunity:

• Preflight and troubleshoot customer files
• Prepare files to successfully run in on different printing processes.
• Provide color management expertise for proofing, platemaking and printing.
• Provide expertise in file preparation for both flexo and offset printing.
• Affiliate with flexo plants on any technology around plate making and print.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Assist flexo plants on any technology around plate making and print.

What you need to succeed:

• 5+ years experience in packaging prepress
• Expert knowledge of flexo printing and technology, including plate making special file considerations for flexo print, and planning full print packages for flexo.
• Knowledge of offset printing and technology, including offset plate making, and special file considerations for offset print.
• Knowledge of Color Management
• Proficient with Mac and Windows desktop applications, including Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop, and Prepress/PDF editors such as Artpro+ or PackZ.
• Knowledge of printing terminology and practices
• Knowledge of high-end prepress workflow systems (Prinergy, Automation Engine), and ability to learn and work in new systems.
• Must understand 4 – 8 color printing techniques, trapping, extended gamut, and spot color separations
• Expert knowledge of offset AND flexo printing
• Knowledge of special print applications like foil-stamping, embossing, and special barcode applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Adherence to Smurfit Westrock Values and Behaviors
• Adherence to Safety Guidelines, including personal protective equipment