Prepress Technician
About The Position
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. GENERAL PURPOSE: Preflight and prepare electronic files for high resolution output including; assembly, color correcting, retouching and color separation using programs such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Refine and trap files within ESKO workflow. Create imposition files for output utilizing Preps (and/or) Pandora applications. Output proofs to Epson and Roland InkJet proofing devices along with outputting plates to Kodak Magnus platesetter. Quality inspect all electronic output (proofs (and/or) plates). Maintain equipment used in Prepress Department. Monitor output for linearity and make adjustments as needed.
Requirements
- Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Minimum of 5 years of prepress production experience required.
- Excellent communication skills, including the demonstration of tact, sensitivity, and professionalism.
- Must have knowledge of printing terminology and practices.
- Must be able to maintain good attendance.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Must have basic computer skills (email, word processing, etc.).
- Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
- Must have knowledge in ESKO workflow or equivalent workflow
- Must have strong color correcting skills
- Must have strong quality inspection skills
- Must pass color vision test.
- Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
- Must be reliable and dependable.
- Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Preflights / prepares electronic files for output.
- Refines, traps and inspects files.
- Imposes files.
- Outputs and inspects for accuracy and quality.
- Organizes output for next department.
- Checks equipment for linearity.
- Maintains equipment as needed.
- Loads raw materials into output devices.
- Performs other job duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Paper Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
