TECHNICIAN, PRE-PRESS

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO

Tuition assistance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Amherst Label, part of Inovar Packaging Group, seeks a full-time Pre-Press Technician in Milford, NH. You will prepare customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing, ensuring accuracy through preflight, proofreading, and barcode checks.

collaboration with management and production teams is essential in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a minimum 1 year of Prepress experience, a relevant Associate degree or equivalent, and strong Adobe Creative Suite skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in graphic arts or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat).
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and client-focused attitude.
• 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 to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain clear communication with Management, Prepress, Production, and Customer Service teams.
• Proofread all content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Conduct barcode verification to uphold quality standards.
• Order and manage storage of Flexographic Plates.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Acrobat

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Esko Workflow

Hybrid Cloudflow

PACKz software

Job description

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TECHNICIAN, PRE-PRESS

Full Time Clerical Milford, NH, US

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