Prepress operator / Prepress operator - Color

Transcontinental; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging and printing company in Mississauga is seeking a Prepress Operator to enhance their team. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in flexographic prepress processes, with responsibilities including preparing printable files and troubleshooting production issues. The role demands at least 2-4 years of experience in the printing industry and strong communication skills. The company offers competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Customizable group benefits

Career development opportunities

Employee perks including discounts

Qualifications

• At least 2-4 years experience in a prepress role within the printing industry.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities of the Packaging Teams.
• Analyze and resolve print-related production problems.
• Prepare graphic files for optimum production results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work cross-platform

Education

Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

ESKO

GMG colour management software

Job description

Overview

Create value at TC Transcontinental

At TC Transcontinental weve got it made and thats because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

With over approximately 7400 employees TC Transcontinental is a leader in the packaging and printing industry as well as the top French-language educational publishing group in North America. It is a company that takes care of its teams and where employees support each other. At TC Transcontinental we lead the industry by cultivating a sense of belonging for all.

Reporting to the Manager of Prepress Colour and Quality Control the Prepress Operator is a well- rounded individual who has a high degree of technical literacy an in-depth understanding of colour separations as it applies to the packaging industry and strong communication skills.

This role is expected to have the ability to edit and color separate the designs to make it applicable for flexo printing. Recognize adapt and implement changes in the printing files as well as identify potential problems. Prepare electronic files per customer and printer specifications and produce press ready files for conventional and / or digital flexo output.

Schedule : Monday to Friday (8 : 00am to 4 : 00pm)

Responsibilities

• Support the Packaging Teams daily activities
• Meet client brand standards at all times and make recommendations for improvements in processes and assigned tasks;
• Understand packaging print processes
• Interpret work orders according to specifications given
• Analyze and resolve print-related production problems and technical issues
• Make corrections to customer supplied art setting type simplifying vector art supplied by customer colour separation of line art elements min dots traps and bleeds knockouts adding all marks and tag lines adding all printers marks and checking the customers supplied artwork
• Build graphics to correct size according to customer supplied specifications files within specified parameters for flexographic printing.
• Prepare and step graphic files for optimum production results using ESKO Automation Engine
• Produce and verify printable bar codes output content and contract proofs
• Utilize GMG colour management software to produce digital proofs
• Apply bump curves cutbacks and screen angles for flexo final plating files
• RIP and step files according to specs; apply correct colour profile
• Participate in pre-production meetings if required
• Build SOPs as required.
• Support and Troubleshooting :
• Participate in troubleshooting to resolve issues with supplied files
• Other tasks as assigned
• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations policies and initiatives including reporting all first aid injuries accidents and workplace hazards.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent years of experience within a flexographic prepress / print environment
• At least 2-4 years experience in a prepress role within the printing industry
• Have the ability to work cross-platform Mac and PC
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Fast learner innovative thinker along with excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• An understanding and working knowledge of printing processes (Flexo Gravure & Litho printing);
• Excellent listening and communication skills both written and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and ability to interpret and incorporate detailed feedback on files
• Expertise with prepress software solutions including but not limited to : Esko and GMG.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator Photoshop and Acrobat Pro
• Experience / working knowledge of Digital Prepress workflows
• Knowledge / familiarity with food packaging a plus

Benefits

• Salary starting at 60 000$
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health dental life disability and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance wireless plans travel and more
• Career development opportunities with access to training mentorship and tuition reimbursement
• A dynamic inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environmentpromoting dignity independence integration and equal opportunity for all including persons with disabilities. Accommodations including alternative formats will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact

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Key Skills

Marketing & Sales,End User Support,Flash,LNG,Accident Investigation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Operations

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1