PRE-PRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

Eurostampa North America; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan options

Wellness programs

Job summary

A major printing company in Napa is seeking a Pre-Production Technical Specialist. This role involves ensuring print jobs meet all specifications and coordinating with various teams. Candidates should have a strong background in printing, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate technical details clearly. Full-time employment with a competitive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre-press or pre-production roles within the printing industry is a plus.
• Strong understanding of pre-production processes, print file preparation, and printing standards.
• Ability to interpret numbers and make calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate PC computers, running Esko programs to review artwork files for print.
• Maintain accurate records of file versions in accordance with naming conventions.
• Preflight files to check for errors, including resolution, color accuracy, and bleed requirements.
• Coordinate with the production team to ensure all technical requirements are met.

Skills

Mathematical Competency

Reading Competency

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in graphic communication, printing technology, or a related field

Tools

Adobe CS Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Esko

HP Indigo

Job description

JOB POSTING

PRE-PRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

Location: Onsite - Napa, California

Hourly Rate: $25.00-$30.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time, 8 AM - 5 PM Monday-Friday and Rotating Shifts

1st week: 7:00am – 4:00pm, 2nd & 3rd week: 8:00am – 5:00pm and 4th week: 10:00am – 7:00pm

Department: Technical

Reports To: Technical Manager

Join our Team as Pre-Production Technical Specialist!

General Position Summary:

The Pre-Production Technical Specialist supports both Customer Service and Production Departments. They are responsible for ensuring that all technical aspects of print jobs are properly prepared and ready for production. This role involves working closely with the production team, clients, and designers to ensure that files, materials, and specifications meet all requirements before printing begins. The Pre-Production Technical Specialist ensures that the print process is streamlined, preventing errors and maximizing efficiency.

The role requires a strong technical background in printing, a keen eye for detail, and excellent communication skills. This role is critical in maintaining the highest quality standards for all printed materials.

Responsibilities:

• Operate PC computers, running Esko programs to review artwork files for print, ensuring they meet technical specifications and printing standards.
• Maintain accurate records of file versions in accordance with naming conventions and follow Standard Operating Procedures and training standards.
• Make project layouts for all plate types including Web, Die-cutting, Flexo, and Digital.
• Preflight files to check for errors, including resolution, color accuracy, and bleed requirements.
• Ensure all materials, including substrates and inks, are properly specified before production.
• Coordinate with the production team to ensure all technical requirements are met before the job enters the press.
• Remain current on the latest technologies and software tools.
• Must work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to meet daily standards.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Observe company work rules and safety regulations.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Assist Customer Service as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A degree in graphic communication, printing technology, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience in pre-press or pre-production roles within the printing industry is a plus.

Specific Skills, Competencies, and Qualifications:

• Mathematical Competency: Ability to interpret numbers and make calculations.
• Reading Competency: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical information and procedures.
• Operating Knowledge of:
  • Adobe CS Illustrator, Photoshop, Esko, and HP Indigo experience a plus.
  • How to trap files using different substrates and a variety of multiple colors.
  • Offset and pressure-sensitive label printing methods.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of pre-production processes, print file preparation, and printing standards.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot errors and potential issues in files, ensuring all technical specifications are met.
• Problem-Solving: Capable of troubleshooting file and pre-production issues quickly and effectively.
• Communication Skills: Able to communicate technical details clearly to clients, designers, and production staff, and able to work effectively and cooperatively with all production personnel.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage and organize job files, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Time Management: Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift/Carry – 5% of shift
• Sit – 80% of shift
• Walk – 15% of shift
• Must have the ability to distinguish and differentiate between colors for printing labels.

This role requires the ability to sit for extended periods (up to 90% of the shift) and perform computer work. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits & Perks:

We value our team members and are committed to providing a competitive benefits package to support your well-being and work-life balance. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, ensuring you and your family have the coverage you need. We also offer life insurance, disability coverage, and retirement plan options to help you plan for the future. In addition to paid time off (PTO) and sick leave, we provide holiday pay, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to support your personal and professional growth.

If you want to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture, don’t miss this opportunity—apply today!

About Us:

Eurostampa has been printing the most beautiful labels for more than 50 years. It is large enough to have facilities in the US (Napa, CA, and Cincinnati, OH), Italy, Scotland, France, Mexico and India, yet small enough for everyone to be on a first-name basis. Teamwork at Eurostampa permeates everything we do. Our company's value keeps us focused on taking care of our employees no matter how large we grow.

EUROSTAMPA fosters an inclusive culture that respects and embraces all our colleagues’ diverse backgrounds and experiences. We aspire for our company to truly reflect the diversity of our customers and the markets we serve. We are committed to equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of peoples’ gender identity/expression, age, language, sexual orientation, ability, race, socioeconomic status, national origin, or other characteristics.