Graphic Artist - Monday to Friday, First Shift hours from 5:30am to 1:30pm.

Resource Label Group•Cerritos, CA

8d•$22 - $24

About The Position

Reporting to the Prepress Manager, the Graphic Artist primarily interprets and manipulates artwork files accurately so customers can approve accurate proofs in a timely manner. The role follows print specifications for various printing platforms and supplies production files according to scheduling requirements. It also includes tooling procurement and colour management using prepress software. The position prepares artwork and files for flexographic, digital, and hybrid printing; coordinates tooling and screen-file preparation with outside suppliers; contributes to quality control and continuous improvement; and helps maintain Art Department equipment. The Graphic Artist collaborates with customers and internal departments, participates in required training and special projects, and follows workplace safety and environmental requirements.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in the print and label industry.
Understanding and experience with flexographic, digital, and hybrid printing.
Advanced Mac platform skills and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as ArtPro.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve issues effectively.
Ability to understand assigned work and request assistance from coworkers and the Prepress Manager when needed.
Intermediate working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, or similar documentation software.
Strong mathematical measurement skills.
Analytical ability and creative problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Health and safety must be an everyday mindset.
Flexibility to work weekends as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

A degree or diploma in Graphics, Printing Technology, or a related field.
Advanced understanding and use of Esko software, version 22 or later.
Knowledge of EFI Radius ERP.
Workflow and process-improvement experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and pre-flight customer artwork for flexographic, digital, and hybrid printing, including trapping, colour correction, and variable data.
Edit customer files on Mac computers using Adobe Creative Suite and Esko software, and make customer-requested changes and other file manipulations.
Prepare customer proofs according to printing specifications and coordinate with the Prepress Manager or other departments when job-specific instructions are needed.
Set up final stepped files and output files and proofs for print platforms, including rotary and flatbed screens, LEN files, high-resolution proofs, and tooling orders.
Participate in press proofs and make artwork and colour adjustments as needed.
Contribute to press fingerprinting and colour profiling for the company's printing platforms.
Prepare files and specifications for ordering die cavities, hot stamps, flatbed screens, and films from outside suppliers; create purchase orders and provide accurate tooling files to meet production deadlines.
Participate in the Art Process quality assurance program, conduct detailed inspections, ensure adherence to print specifications, and troubleshoot and resolve issues.
Contribute to continuous improvement and implement departmental policies and procedures; create, document, and maintain Art Department SOPs, work instructions, and forms; participate in the department KPI program.
Help maintain Art Department computers, software, and printers, schedule service checks, manage repairs, and consult with relevant vendors or IT when software issues occur.
Follow safety protocols and environmental regulations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act; conduct safety training and support team compliance with industry standards.
Collaborate with customers, Sales, Customer Service, Production Planning, Scheduling, and Production, sharing information about project timelines and material requirements.
Participate in required graphics artist employee training.
Support special projects assigned by the Prepress Manager.