TECHNICIAN, PRE-PRESS

Job Description

Job Description

This role is 8am to 4:30pm

About Inovar Packaging Group

Inovar Packaging Group, LLC is one of North America’s premier flexographic and digital printing companies, committed to the success of both our customers and employees. We continuously invest in the latest technology and equipment, driving innovation and delivering best-in-class products. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, craftsmanship, and win-win partnerships that put the customer first.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 5k in tuition assistance

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 Workflow or Hybrid Cloudflow.
• Experience with PACKz software.
• Background in Flexographic printing or label manufacturing prepress.
• Familiarity with general manufacturing and pre-production graphics manipulation.