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

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

MediabistroFond du Lac, WI, United States
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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)

Qualifications

  • High skill level using Adobe Creative Suite : Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, InDesign (in order of importance)
  • Open to learning new software for various print applications
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Ability to perform math with emphasis on layout
  • Self-starter with ability to prioritize with little direction
  • Demonstrated competencies in job knowledge, quality, communication, dependability, teamwork, initiative, planning and organization, adaptability, project management, judgment, and cost consciousness
  • Cost-consciousness : can work within approved budgets and contribute to efficiency

    • Education

  • 1-2 years’ experience specializing in Adobe Creative Suite, Production Art, and Pre-press graphics
  • Associate degree in Graphic Design or Pre-Press

    • Seniority level

  • Entry level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing
  • Industries : Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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