Color Management & Prepress Imaging Associate

Oliver Packaging & Printing; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Access to state-of-the-art packaging/印

Job summary

Oliver Inc. in Twinsburg, Ohio, is seeking a prepress specialist to transform artwork into press-ready files. You will ensure color fidelity, preflight files, and coordinate with designers and production to meet on-time deadlines.

The role requires 3+ years in packaging prepress, proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and ArtPro+, and strong problem-solving and communication skills for a manufacturing setting. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of prepress experience in packaging, labels, or commercial print.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and ArtPro+ on PC-based systems.
• Knowledge of color management, RIP workflows, and digital proofing; Epson proofers and G7 familiarity is a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot rapidly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Preferred background experience in folding cartons, labels, flexible packaging, or similar packaging print settings.
• Education in Graphic Design, Packaging Technology, or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and validate incoming files for print production.
• Preflight, fix, and optimize artwork for various print processes.
• Create working files; impose for plate-making and final runs.
• RIP for proofing/production; produce and verify digital proofs.
• Develop step-and-repeat layouts and spot coating vector artwork for flexographic plates.
• Review folding carton artwork for completeness, dieline accuracy, and print readiness.
• Apply color profiles and calibration tools to maintain consistency across jobs.
• Generate production-ready files and printing plates.
• Archive and retrieve projects with automated archival software.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, customers, and production to resolve issues.
• Coordinate embossing/stamping dies and specialty services with external partners.
• Execute to production schedules and work orders for on-time delivery.

Skills

Prepress experience

Color management

RIP workflows

Digital proofing

Troubleshooting

Communication

Detail oriented

Printing coordination

Quality assurance

Education

Graphic Design

Packaging Technology

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

ArtPro+

Job description

Shape brands, sustainably—and with precisionAt Oliver Inc., we combine more than 250 years of print and packaging expertise with modern, sustainable technologies. Across multiple production facilities, our team delivers as a one-stop partner known for speed, consistency, and nimbleness. We’re passionate about our craft, treat one another with respect, and bring creative solutions that help customers build unforgettable brands.Your roleJoin us to transform customer artwork into flawless, press-ready assets while collaborating across design and production. You’ll be the bridge between idea and ink, ensuring color fidelity and on-time execution.Core responsibilitiesPrepare and validate incoming files for print production.Preflight, fix, and optimize artwork for various print processes.Create working files; impose for plate-making and final runs.RIP for proofing/production; produce and verify digital proofs.Develop step-and-repeat layouts and spot coating vector artwork for flexographic plates.Review folding carton artwork for completeness, dieline accuracy, and print readiness.Apply color profiles and calibration tools to maintain consistency across jobs.Generate production-ready files and printing plates.Archive and retrieve projects with automated archival software.Collaborate with graphic designers, customers, and production to resolve issues.Coordinate embossing/stamping dies and specialty services with external partners.Execute to production schedules and work orders for on-time delivery.What you bring3+ years of prepress experience in packaging, labels, or commercial print.Education in Graphic Design, Packaging Technology, or related discipline preferred.Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and ArtPro+ on PC-based systems.Knowledge of color management, RIP workflows, and digital proofing; Epson proofers and G7 familiarity is a plus.Ability to troubleshoot rapidly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.Preferred backgroundExperience with folding cartons, labels, flexible packaging, or comparable packaging print settings.Grow with OliverCompetitive compensationComprehensive benefits packageStable, growing organizationCollaborative team environmentProfessional growth and developmentAccess to state-of-the-art packaging and printing technologiesExcited to elevate your prepress career in a culture built on passion, respect, and innovation? Apply today—we’d love to meet you.Oliver Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.