Prepress Technician

Newprint; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading printing company in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Prepress Technician to prepare printing jobs for production. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience, exceptional knowledge of Adobe products, and the ability to manage tight deadlines effectively. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered. Join a dynamic team that encourages innovation and excellence in the printing industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Prepress Technician in a fast-paced printing environment.
• Exceptional knowledge and proficiency in Adobe products, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare printing jobs for production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Handle jobs related to flats with dieline and die-cutting, books, and multi-page signatures.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery of projects.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

XML

PDF handling

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Tilia Labs

Prinect

Metrix

Job description

Overview

Join Newprint as a Prepress Technician!

Are you passionate about the world of printing and eager to contribute your expertise in a dynamic and innovative company? Look no further! Newprint, a leading printing company located at 25-2450 Lancaster Road, Ottawa, ON K1B 5N3, is seeking a talented and experienced Prepress Technician to join our team.

As a Prepress Technician at Newprint, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the flawless preparation of printing jobs for production. With your extensive knowledge and expertise in prepress operations, you will be responsible for handling various types of jobs, including flats with dieline and die-cutting, books and multi-page signatures, and flexographic for roll-to-roll printing. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of the printing industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare printing jobs for production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Handle jobs related to flats with dieline and die-cutting, books and multi-page signatures, and flexographic for roll-to-roll printing.
• Utilize extensive knowledge of XML, PDF, Color, Dot Screens, and other technical languages for prepress operations.
• Demonstrate superior expertise with Adobe products, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Imposing and creating colour separations and plate output to achieve exceptional print quality.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery of projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Prepress Technician in a fast-paced printing environment.
• Proficient in preparing various types of printing jobs, including flats, books, and flexographic printing.
• Exceptional knowledge and proficiency in Adobe products, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience with imposing and creating color separations and plate output.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Ability to calculate the cost of production between various output devices to meet a tight deadline.
• Experience working with imposing applications such as Tilia Labs, Prinect, and Metrix.

Join our dynamic team and unlock your full potential in the printing industry. At Newprint, we offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.

To apply, please submit your resume, along with a portfolio showcasing your previous prepress projects, to careers at newprint.ca with the subject line "Prepress Technician Application."

Don\'t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and excellence in printing. Join Newprint today and make your mark in the world of prepress technology!