Quality Packaging, Inc. is hiring : Pre-press / Graphics Specialist in Fond du Lac

Overview

Job Title : Pre-press / Graphics Specialist

Employer : Quality Packaging, Inc.

Employment Type : Full Time / Salary Exempt

Core Hours : 7 : 30am – 4 : 30pm, Monday – Friday. Hours are subject to change based on customer demand.

Note : This role is not a Graphic Design position.

Position Summary

QPI produces innovative and high-quality package designs through collaboration with the design team and clients. The purpose of this position is to facilitate production by preparing press-ready files for a variety of applications, including offset, flexo, and digital (hybrid) printing. The candidate must possess heightened attention to detail, anticipate and troubleshoot print issues, communicate effectively, and accurately prepare AI / PDF files based on print application for samples, proofs, and production. Ability to pivot on projects with little or no notice is a key requirement.

Essential Functions

• Review customer-supplied art files, images, and designs in Adobe Creative Suite with emphasis on prepress requirements
• Enter and maintain QPI spec database and prepress spreadsheet
• Work independently and as part of a team to ensure parts of the overall design are completed on time
• Use FTP to send / receive large files
• Preapprove art files
• Produce art proofs for jobs and send hard copy or electronic PDFs to customers for approval
• Prepare files for print using internal ripping software
• Assist in prototype packages that require artwork
• Maintain an open mind when discussing portions of the design project
• Modify work schedule based on customer demand
• Assist in maintenance and updates to the design center project list
• Follow and enforce QPI safety policy and procedures
• Place native art files correctly onto QPI internal printing layout
• Communicate effectively when reviewing customer native art files
• Photograph samples for image database (Photoshop)

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