Job Description

We produce everything from the paper cup that may have held your coffee this morning, to the carton that contained your frozen meal last night, to the basket that held your beer or soda bottles last weekend. As one of the world’s largest global producer of fiber-based consumer packaging, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. Is this something you’d like to be a part of? We’d love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible. The purpose of the Graphic Tech position is to use your knowledge and experience in combination with information provided by the Prepress Customer Service team, the Sales team, and the customer, to convert client supplied files into usable files for output for various printing processes. The Prepress Graphics Designer prepares digital artwork for printing, ensuring it meets technical specifications for the printing process. They adjust color, fonts, image resolution, and layout to prevent errors during printing. This role requires expertise in design software, printing techniques, and file formats, and close collaboration with designers, clients, and printers to achieve high-quality print results. Responsibilities of the Job Quality Philosophy

• Demonstrate a commitment to the quality effort.
• Promote a team approach to problem solving.
• Never sacrifice quality just to make a deadline.

Job Duties

• Ensure best practices, established procedures and all industry consistencies are being followed with all projects.
• Correctly assemble images/files per instructions.
• Prepare images/files for output for various printing processes.
• Work with Prepress Supervisor or other Graphic Services leadership in order to cover scheduling needs.
• Review proof to check content and quality of images.
• Follow all procedures for process flows.
• Ensure documentation is filled out correctly.
• Work with Prepress Supervisor to train other team members

Position Requirements Education

• Associates degree or equivalent preferred.
• Trade school or apprentice program.
• Minimum 5 years working in Photoshop and Pre-Press related fields in Manufacturing.

Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Expertise in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Understanding of Printing Processes: Knowledge of different printing methods (e.g., offset, digital, flexographic, Roto Gravure) and their requirements.
• Strong Graphic Design Skills: Knowledge of design principles, typography, and layout.
• Color Management: Understanding color theory, color spaces, and color correction techniques. Must have a good working knowledge of electronic pre-press systems. (Trapping, Color Rotation, File Resolution, etc.)
• Problem-Solving Skills: Identifying and resolving issues related to file preparation and printing. Being a proactive thinker to provide solutions for problem areas regarding all applications.
• Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with clients and other team members.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in reviewing files and ensuring accuracy. Proven ability to utilize and apply analytical skills.
• Organizational and priority setting skills are a must to be successful in this role.

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Job Tags

Full time, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift,

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