Pre-Press Technician

Pre-Press Technician 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 5631 West Drive, Manitowoc, WI 54220 Full-time Color Craft Graphic Arts, LLC 21 reviews Full-time Job description

Company Profile:

Color Craft Graphics Arts, LLC ("CCGA") is a growing paperboard folding carton designer and manufacturer located in Manitowoc, WI primarily serving the recession-resistant private label food and consumables market. The company's growth and competitive advantage is built from an emphasis on best-in-class customer service and flexibility. After a decade in which sales tripled, the company owner partnered with a private equity group who made a majority interest investment in CCGA to position the company for continued growth. The new owners have made significant investments in plant, equipment and people, including an expansion of the company's operating facility to accommodate growth and promote operational efficiency.

Pre-Press Plating Technician Job Description:

Are you a self motivated individual seeking growth opportunities? Are you searching for a career vs just a job? Here is your chance to join a growing company in a recession proof business. Color Craft is an industry leading provider of printed folding cartons to food and consumer products companies. We are experiencing some rapid growth and need people who want to grow with us.

Duties and Responsibilities:

List the jobs essential or primary duties and responsibilities.

• Prep customer supplied artwork (AI or PDF) for output. Ensuring printability
• Output Epson color Proofs and/or PDFs and send to customer for approval
• Create impositions utilizing Adobe Illustrator (check impositions for accuracy, output layout file to proofer)
• Thoroughly review jobs before going to press
• Perform reviews on supplied pdfs for printability (verify die line, check ink usage, artwork fit to die, create cut down samples) Verify with Press department jobs printability
• Maintain digital file system
• Create plate/proof and art folders
• Pull job tickets per production schedule (read job tickets, confirm correct part number, ink, die, etc.)
• Pull folders for each job
• Plate approved imposition
• Deliver plates to appropriate presses
• Check press for tickets and correct plates
• Check the status of each printing press to see where they are on the production schedule
• Physical filing of completed jobs
• Maintain processor and plate setting equipment
• Monitor plate quantities, blanket quantities and where each are within the production schedule
• Track ink inventory
• Put away supplies
• Quality control
• Comply with all AIB regulations
• Cleaning and general housekeeping of work area
• Understand and follow all safety rules and procedures
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, perfect attendance bonus, paid vacation after your probationary period and 10 paid holidays per year.

Education / Training

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Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience in printing a plus Minimum requirements (training, experience, education):
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Strong computer skills
• Proficient in Adobe creative suite specifically Adobe Illustrator
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experienced on macOS
• Organization skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy are a must
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds We also offer: Great people to work with Internal advancement opportunities Climate controlled environment on the bus line Competitive wages based on your experience Qualifications for a

Pre-Press Technician:

Good Attitude Willingness to learn and the ability to work as part of a team Strong computer skills Strong problem solving skills Color Craft Graphic Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CCGA will not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person