Print-Ready Graphics Prepress Specialist

MCC Label; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

MCC Label is hiring a Graphics Prepress Specialist to ensure accurate construction and processing of artwork for lithography, flexography, gravure, and digital label printing. This role emphasizes technical file preparation and optimization for printing platforms, not design work.

The ideal candidate has strong color theory knowledge, pro;iciency with prepress tools, and the ability to manage multiple jobs with tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2 years of equivalent education/experience in Graphics Reproduction or related fields.
• Advanced computer skills including operating systems, prepress/preflight software, internet apps, MS Office.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud.
• MS Office applications proficiency.
• Experience with Hybrid, Esko, GMG or HP Indigo software a plus.
• Understanding color theory and color separation.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technology and adapt to updated software/hardware.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute electronic art separations to customer artwork following internal tickets and printer specs for all print types and materials.
• Output electronic proofs and hard color proofs.
• Convert approved proof files to final stepped files for plate output.
• Inspect finished files and complete QA checklist.
• Communicate with customers and teammates on job specifications or special requirements.
• Manage multiple jobs across production stages.
• Operate Macintosh workstations with ERP, Graphics Systems, and manufacturing knowledge.
• Assist with external communication and file transfers.
• Complete required documentation accurately and promptly.

Skills

Color theory

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Overtime availability

Education

Associate degree / 2 years experience (Graphics Reproduction or related)

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

MS Office

Esko software

GMG software

HP Indigo software

Job description

MCC Label is hiring a Graphics Prepress Specialist to ensure accurate construction and processing of artwork for lithography, flexography, gravure, and digital label printing. This role emphasizes technical file preparation and optimization for printing platforms, not design work.

The ideal candidate has strong color theory knowledge, pro;iciency with prepress tools, and the ability to manage multiple jobs with tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.