Prepress Technician: Print Production Specialist

Inovar; Westfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Company equity

Job summary

Inovar Packaging Group is seeking a Prepress Graphic Technician to ensure high-quality print production by preparing customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing. You will edit artwork in Illustrator and Photoshop, proof content, and coordinate with production and customer service to achieve print-ready files.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent, proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat).
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel).
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking abilities.
• Detail-oriented with client-focused communication and problem-solving.
• Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing, including trapping and distortion.
• Edit artwork using Illustrator and Photoshop; ensure print readiness.
• Communicate clearly with Management, Prepress, Production, and Customer Service.
• Proofread content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Conduct hard copy proofing and ensure accuracy in variable data and numbering.
• Collaborate with clients to understand design needs and provide proofs.
• Troubleshoot issues in the graphics prepress process.

Skills

Detail oriented

Client-focused

Time management

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in graphics or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Acrobat

Esko Workflow

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Inovar Packaging Group is seeking a Prepress Graphic Technician to ensure high-quality print production by preparing customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing. You will edit artwork in Illustrator and Photoshop, proof content, and coordinate with production and customer service to achieve print-ready files.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent, proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.