What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Press Technician position at CCL Label?
Job Description
- Prepare files for printing, by assigning correct color names and color rotation.
- Trapping colors to print standards for flexographic, silk screen and gravure print processes
- setting screen angles and line screen based on technical and job-docket information in Adobe Illustrator using Esko plugins.
- Color correct images if needed using Adobe Photoshop.
- Pre-Distort art for shrink sleeve files.
- Create hard copy proofs using Epson inkjet printers, as well as pdf proofs, for customer approval.
- Proofread files prepared by Prepress Technicians.
- Step and Repeat one-up files using Automation Engine ensuring final stepped file matches job-docket information.
- Work directly with clients and reprographic companies to ensure final files are correct.
- Support in identifying process deficiencies and focus on defect prevention.
- Additional duties as needed.
Job Requirements
- Proficient with relevant software programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multitask in tight deadline driven position
- Ability to problem solve to effectively make files print ready
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to work both within a team and by oneself
- Experience with Esko software desired
- Knowledge of trapping and separating files preferred
- Knowledge of printing processes (Flexography, Rotogravure, Silk Screen) preferred.
- Know how to troubleshoot color matching problems on press
- Support production floor and technical services on print trials and press proofs.
Additional capabilities
- Understand the How and Why of Fingerprinting.
- In depth knowledge of Color Management
- Desire for ongoing learning / training
- Willingness to prepare and conduct training for other team members
- Reach out to Graphics departments of other CCL facilities to benchmark and learn.
Salary : $35,000 - $44,300
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