Our client, a manufacturing company, is seeking a meticulous Pre-Press Engineer with expertise in graphic design and color management.
The ideal candidate will meticulously review and prepare files for the press, ensuring flawless execution of print projects, ensuring all designs match customer specifications, and ultimately ensuring that the final printed products meet the highest standards of quality and customer requirements.
Responsibilities:- Review customer emails and instructions to understand specific print requirements.
- Verify that all graphic designs match customer specifications, including colors, sizes, and materials.
- Prepare and adjust files for printing, ensuring compatibility with press requirements.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure designs are executed accurately.
- Conduct quality checks on pre-press files to identify and correct any potential issues.
- Communicate with customers to clarify requirements and provide updates on project status.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of printing technologies and industry standards.
- Lead efforts to improve pre-press processes and enhance overall production efficiency.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in pre-press operations and file preparation for printing.
- Strong understanding of color theory, calibration, and graphic design principles.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other pre-press software.
- Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for color accuracy and print quality.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues related to pre-press and printing.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in training and mentoring team members.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work efficiently with designers and production staff.
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Salary: $120K