Prepress Technician

TC Transcontinental • Vaughan, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

TC Transcontinental is seeking a Prepress Technician to process files and impositions for final output to Plates, creating proofs, plate breakdowns and output plates as required. This is a replacement position due to an internal transfer, promotion, or departure. The company has been driving innovation since 1976 and is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, they design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a prepress or print production environment
• Strong knowledge of printing presses and finishing equipment (including folders)
• Experience with Prinergy workflow, Preps software
• Willingness to learn new workflows (Pecom and EaE)
• Solid understanding of prepress processes and production requirements
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Comfortable lifting plates up to 30lbs

Responsibilities

• Preflight incoming files to ensure they meet production and print specifications
• Identify and communicate any file or artwork issues to clients and/or Customer Service Representatives (CSR)
• Set up jobs in Prinergy according to workflow requirements
• Create press layouts following defined production specifications
• Identify zone changes and color breaks to support accurate print output
• Output proofs as required for internal review or client approval
• Output printing plates as required for production
• Work closely with internal teams and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and ensure production readiness
• Maintain a healthy and safe work environment and adhere to all safety requirements

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED