Pre-Press Technician

General Information

Job ID
ATR41723

Posting Job Title
Pre-Press Technician

Locations
TX Dallas MPS

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
05-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.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Recognize, adapt, and implement changes in printing workflow. Understand systems based on workflow and software needs. Use knowledge of printing processes to carry out procedures of jobs based on quick turnaround.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Satisfies client pre-print demands through client interaction.
• Finds ways to improve cost in the pre-press as well as develop solutions.
• Trains and shares software developments based on department and company needs.
• Analyzes potential problems with workflow.
• Follows through with jobs to press to guarantee the best results.
• Tests software pertaining to the workflow of packaging.
• Carries out job production on MAC to plate.
• Proofs jobs in final approval stage for content, distortion, and traps.
• Handles multiple jobs in various production stages.
• Produces key jobs based on complexity and print runs.
• Analyzes customer files for fonts, images, integrity, and printability.
• Generates pre-flight lasers and color proofs to check separations before film.
• Traps files and applies necessary pullbacks and changes to flexo presses.
• Re-touches images for better platability.
• Follows work instructions and control plans.
• Adheres to quality control procedures.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Associate's degree from accredited two-year college or technical school preferred.

• Minimum of five years' experience in graphic arts/printing industry preferred.

• Hands-on knowledge of prepress software applications including Quark, Illustrator, Photoshop, trapping, Macintosh, file management, network utilizations and workflow and maintenance/troubleshooting preferred.
• Must have thorough knowledge of all major software applications including high-end trapping program.
• Must be detailed oriented.
• Must be willing to continuously improve.
• Must be able to interact effectively with others and a good team player.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from internal and external customers.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be proficient in using prepress operating platform.
• Must be able to learn new technology, including new/updated software and hardware.
• Must have intermediate computer skills (email, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, etc.).
• Must have basic office equipment and communication skills including copy and fax machines, telephone communication, and record keeping.
• Must have the ability to establish, maintain and retrieve permanent files.
• Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test.
• Must pass color vision and color hue test.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.