Prepress Executive

Testing Grounds; Mumbai; On-site; INR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Testing Grounds, located in Mumbai, seeks a Prepress Executive to join the manufacturing-focused MTB Industries family. The role requires preparing artwork files for print, ensuring accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines, and coordinating with design, production, and printing teams on tight schedules.

The candidate will manage color corrections and separations, maintain documentation, and support continuous improvement of prepress workflows in a fast-paced packaging environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of prepress processes and print production workflows.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design and prepress software including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, PDF tools and RIP software.
• Ability to review and prepare artwork files, perform color correction, and manage color profiles and separations.
• Excellent attention to detail, quality focus, and ability to identify and resolve technical issues before printing.
• Effective communication and collaboration with design, production, and vendor teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple jobs and meet tight deadlines.
• Diploma or degree in Printing Technology or Graphic Arts; prior prepress experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with safety, compliance, and quality assurance practices in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review artwork files for print production.
• Check layouts and color separations for accuracy.
• Coordinate with design, production, and printing teams.
• Maintain organized documentation of jobs and adhere to standards.
• Support continuous improvement of prepress workflows.

Skills

Prepress processes

Color correction

Quality control

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Diploma/degree in Printing Technology

Graphic Arts

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

PDF tools

RIP software

Job description

Company Description

Testing Grounds operates within MTB Industries, a company with over three decades of experience in manufacturing and innovation in consumer packaged goods. MTB Industries is recognized for delivering high-quality, cutting-edge packaging solutions that support the evolving needs of global brands. The organization combines advanced technology with robust production processes to ensure reliability, consistency, and scalability for its clients. Team members benefit from exposure to modern manufacturing practices and opportunities to contribute to impactful, brand-focused packaging solutions. The work environment values precision, continuous improvement, and collaboration across disciplines.

Role Description

The Prepress Executive role at Testing Grounds is a full-time, on-site position based in Mumbai. In this role, the individual prepares and reviews artwork files for print production, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with technical specifications and brand guidelines. Typical responsibilities include checking layouts and color separations, managing file formats, coordinating with design, production, and printing teams, and troubleshooting prepress issues. The Prepress Executive also maintains organized documentation of jobs, adheres to quality and safety standards, and supports continuous improvement of prepress workflows. Collaboration, attention to detail, and timely delivery of print-ready files are critical to success in this position.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of prepress processes, print production workflows, and packaging or commercial printing standards.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design and prepress software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, PDF tools, RIP software).
• Ability to review and prepare artwork files, perform color correction, and manage color profiles and separations.
• Excellent attention to detail, quality focus, and ability to identify and resolve technical issues before printing.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with design, production, and vendor teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple jobs and meet tight deadlines.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Arts, Design, or a related field; prior prepress experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with safety, compliance, and quality assurance practices in a manufacturing or packaging environment.