ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, South Asia and Oceania. 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.
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.
Note: This is a 100% On-site Position. There is no work from home provision
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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
Deep and demonstrated working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Strong working knowledge of file conversion, color conversion, imposition, composition, proof and press alignment
Excellent understanding of color management
Strong working knowledge of: proof-to-press matching, spectrophotometry, hard proofing and soft proofing
Experience with digital printing on flexible packaging substrates
Attention to detail; Flexibility; Adaptability; Communication skills
Knowledge of file transfer systems
Follows all safety rules and regulations, wears PPE.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, preferred
At least 2 years in p repress, 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
BENEFITS 15 Paid Vacation Days and Statutory Holidays
Company-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, ADD and Disability Insurance
RRSP Match - 3% match
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ePac Flexible Packaging est une entreprise en pleine croissance présente aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Europe, en Afrique, en Asie du Sud-Est, en Asie du Sud et en Océanie. Reposant sur une solution d’impression numérique révolutionnaire, ePac se trouve au carrefour de la technologie et de la fabrication de pointe. Elle s’est donné pour…