Prepress Technician - 2Nd Shift

Build your Career with an Industry LeaderMulti-Color Corporation is the global leader of premium printed label solutions, helping brands stand out in a competitive marketplace while inspiring positive consumer experiences. With a truly global network of over 12,000 teammates and facilities spanning across more than 25 countries, we strive to combine our global reach with the personalized touch of local service. Come join us as we revolutionize the packaging industry in supporting our customers to help create emotional connections with iconic brands.

The Prepress Technician focuses on ensuring the accurate construction and processing of all artwork files for flexography, and digital label printing. Expertise in printing processes is paramount for this role, as the candidate adeptly configures jobs to meet customer specifications, ensuring swift turnaround times without compromising quality.The primary emphasis of this position lies in the technical aspects of preparing files for printing, showcasing proficiency in optimizing files for flawless execution on the chosen printing platform. It's important to note that this is not a design position.

Why work at MCC:

Compensation $30-$40 per hourGenerous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating Holidays

Responsibilities:Proofing & Label Assembly

Create trapped production ready art filesGenerate customer proofsManage multiple jobs in various proofing and assembly stagesWork with:

Adobe Creative CloudEsko softwareInternal production systems

Stepping / Job Assembly

Build press sheet layoutsModify layouts for production requirementsManage multiple jobs in various stepping production stagesPrepare jobs for press operations

Color Management

CMYK and spot-color correction and matchingSupport both:

Offset printingFlexographic printing

Use GMG color management tools

Screen Making

Produce rotary silk screensMaintain screen room materials and equipmentManage multiple jobs in various screen production stagesDeliver press-ready materials

Plate Making

Create offset, flexo and letterpress platesMaintain plate room equipment and materialsManage multiple jobs in various plate production stagesDeliver press-ready plates

Preflight and QC

Review incoming customer artworkCheck files for printability and defectsEnsure production specifications are met

Job Tracking

Record work instructionsTrack labor and materialsUse internal job management systems

Additional Responsibilities:

Interact directly with customers or graphics separators for queries, feedback on specifications, etc.Participate in researching and developing new technology.Ability to make color adjustment decisions at pressPerform routine maintenance and manage computers and equipment.Comply with established facility safety policies and procedures and other regulations as applicable.Adheres to MCC company code of ethics.Participate in continuous improvement / Kaizen teams.Attends department meetings and internal training classes.Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Associate degree or 2 years of equivalent combination of education and experience in Graphics Reproduction, Customer Service, or related fields.Candidates will have experience working with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, ESKO workflows, GMG color management, Offset printing, Flexographic printing, Color correction, Trapping, Prepress production workflows and Label printing and packaging.The position combines graphic prepress expertise, color management, print production, platemaking, and workflow administration.Specific vision abilities required including color perception, depth, and focus adjustment.Must be detail oriented, well organized, and take pride in delivering quality work.Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure with tight deadlines.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into actionable tasks.Willingness to work a flexible schedule and overtime as needed.Ability to problem-solve and work with minimal supervision.

Diversity & Inclusion:MCC fosters an inclusive culture that respects and embraces our teammates' diverse backgrounds and experiences, so that everyone can achieve their full potential here. We aspire for our company to truly reflect the diversity of our customers and the markets we serve. We are committed to equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of peoples' gender identity/expression, age, language, sexual orientation, ability, race, socioeconomic status, national origin or other characteristics.The physical demands require standing, using hands to finger, feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear. This position requires frequent walking. Occasionally employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.