Production Artist 2

Propelis

11h•Remote

About The Position

SGX, part of the Propelis Group, is a powerhouse in packaging graphics, prepress, and print production, offering a full suite of solutions including artwork and file preparation, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services. This position is an 8-month temporary role within the production team, focused on executing packaging artworks while maintaining the integrity of approved designs. The Production Artist will perform digital page layout and brand extensions using desktop software applications in a professional, fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects under minimal daily supervision and receiving guidance from a manager/supervisor.

Requirements

Must be able to work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac's and PC's- Adobe suite
Good understanding of digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps) from different operating systems (Mac and PC) is required
Basic color management skills and the ability to work with different digital formats are required
Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices
Must have the ability to continue to learn and use new graphics software on an ongoing basis
Must have an understanding of print processes and how one color affects another
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
Able to effectively communicate through writing of business letters, expositions, summaries, and reports, using prescribed form and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style
Proofreading skills required
Ability to work independently after initial training

Nice To Haves

InDesign experience
Some College/Associate’s Degree preferred
1-3 years of work in a printing environment preferred
Experience with packaging to print artwork and leaflets (preferable)

Responsibilities

Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions, specifications, workflow diagrams and SOPs
Responsible for ensuring that all artworks are saved in designated file locations on the server with the appropriate document control file naming specifications
Participate in process improvement efforts and various production meetings to foster a positive creative impact on the business
Provide direction, support and mentorship to production art team
Check customer supplied files when starting a new job, and compare it to the supplied hard copy for any differences and size conformity
Ensure that job instructions are aligned to artwork supplied and/or referenced
Verify colors used and check the resolution of any CT’s
Receive product definitions from sales, project managers or production managers
Manipulate files to match customer specs
Adjust art to meet minimum type and line thickness accordingly based on specifications for different types of printing and client requirements
Assign color builds and Pantone ink swatches to art elements
Apply art to printer supplied die drawing
Create line extension mechanical art from supplied brief or supplied elements
Create/manipulate artwork to conform with regulatory specifications
Files must be organized to follow defined job folder and server structure and properly prepared for achieving upon completion of project
Output proofs as needed for internal checks and as specified on the order for customer review and approval
Check job to ensure accuracy of copy, content, color designations, and job data / labels if applicable
Ensuring the accuracy of the final data deliverable such as, but not limited to, PDF, AI, EPS, FTP upload and CD upload
Ensuring common elements are respected
Responsible for ensuring that all required checklist(s) are completed accordingly and in full, with any errors found subsequently corrected
Flag any errors or deviations from standard work procedures to the Production Manager/Supervisor