Prepress Technician

TC Transcontinental • Calgary, AB

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Prepress Technician to prepare, proof and deliver production-ready print files that support efficient press operations and ensure high-quality products for our customers. This position is currently open and reflects a new position created to support organizational growth.

Requirements

• Ability to work shift schedules, including afternoons, nights, and weekends.
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent math skills.
• Strong cognitive and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent computer skills using both PC and Mac operating systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong communication skills, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable, with a willingness to learn new processes and technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Good mechanical aptitude is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in a Prepress or Digital Print environment is considered an asset.
• Understanding of offset printing, presses, related production processes, and colour management is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Produce incoming page layout jobs for all customers.
• Complete customer revisions efficiently and within established timelines.
• Perform image editing, including close cropping and colour correction of customer-supplied images.
• Download, manage, and archive customer-supplied images and files.
• Flow images and copy into production templates and prepare customer products for press production, including zoning for provincial markets.
• Produce and distribute print-ready PDF files for internal and external customers, and post files through FTP sites for web distribution.
• Liaise with customer coordinators and other stakeholders to support information sharing and production requirements.
• Prioritize work according to production schedules and deadlines.
• Organize and set up production for the press, including outputting and handling press plates for punching and bending.
• Calculate plate usage based on customer requirements.
• Proof and verify work to customer and company quality standards.
• Operate and maintain digital printing, platesetting, processing, and bending equipment.
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and 5S workplace organization standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and 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: No Education Listed