TECHNICIAN, PRE-PRESS

Inovar Packaging Group; Milford (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Amherst Label, part of Inovar Packaging Group, seeks a Pre-Press Technician in Milford, NH. You will prepare files for flexographic and digital printing, verify barcodes, and proofread content to ensure quality. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and strong organizational skills are essential for timely delivery.

This full‑time role offers a competitive pay range, benefits, and opportunities to collaborate with management and production teams in a busy labeling environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, InDesign).
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and client-focused approach.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing, including trapping, stepping, and distortion.
• Perform preflight on customer files.
• Maintain clear communication with Management, Prepress, Production, and Customer Service.
• Proofread content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Perform barcode verification to maintain quality standards.
• Order and manage storage of Flexographic plates.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Client-focused

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree in graphics or related field

Tools

Esko Workflow

Hybrid Cloudflow

PACKz

Job description

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TECHNICIAN, PRE-PRESS

Full Time Clerical Milford, NH, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1529

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Amherst Label, a leader in labeling, promotional, tracking, and identification solutions, is a part of Inovar Packaging Group, one of North America's premier label printing and flexible packaging companies. As part of the Inovar family, Amherst Label benefits from industry-leading resources, innovation, and operational excellence while maintaining its strong legacy of customer service and product quality. Serving industries such as automotive, food and beverage, health and beauty, agriculture, and retail, we are committed to delivering high-quality products and services.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and bonus program.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 5k in tuition assistance

Experience: Prepress: 1 year minimum (Required)

Monday-Thursday 11-7pm Friday 9-5pm

Position Overview:

The Prepress Technician plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality print production by preparing customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing. This position requires technical expertise in file preparation, proofreading, and barcode verification, as well as strong collaboration with management, prepress, production, and customer service teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing, including trapping, stepping, and distortion.
• Preforming Preflight on customer files.
• Maintain clear communication with Management, Prepress, Production, and Customer Service teams.
• Proofread all content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Perform barcode verification to maintain quality standards.
• Ordering and managing storage of Flexographic Plates.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and InDesign.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to think critically, solve problems proactively, and deliver within deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in graphics or an industry-related field.
• Experience with Esko WorkfloworHybrid Cloudflow.
• Experience with PACKz software.
• Background in Flexographic printing or label manufacturing prepress.
• Familiarity with general manufacturing and pre-production graphics manipulation.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short/Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays