Graphic Design

General Information

Job ID
ATR43140

Posting Job Title
Pre-press Mac Designer

Locations
TN Chattanooga Offset

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
26-Aug-2024

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

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.

Pre-press Mac Designer - Chattanooga Merchandising Display

Shift: Monday - Friday 7am to 3:30pm

Summary:

The Pre-press Mac Designer position is responsible for assisting with the movement of graphics work through the Pre-press Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Receive customer art from Project Coordinator or Customer.
• Preflight art to Offset/Digital Press specifications.
• Submit hard copy/electronic proofs for customer approval.
• Communicate with Project Management Group, Press room, and Finishing to ensure correct file production.
• RIP files for production use to offset and digital presses.
• Conduct quality checks.
• Complete all internal department documents.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED minimum.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficient Microsoft Office computer skills to include Outlook, Word and Excel.

Other Qualifications

• Must have at least one (1) plus years of industry experience as a Mac Operator or equivalent experience in art design or art file conversion for production printing.
• Must be proficient in using Apple Mac Pro computer and the following computer software; Adobe Creative Suite, RIP software - preferably "Prinergy" or similar and Caldera or similar.

• The position requires a highly motivated, self-starter with great attention to detail and the ability and flexibility to work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.