Repro Operator

NEW VACANCY! (PK6907)

PACKAGING REPRO MAC OPERATOR

COMMUTABLE FROM NORTHANTS / CAMBRIDGESHIRE

£OPEN

Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm.

Our client is a privately owned, well invested manufacturer of printed folded cartons and labels based in the East Midlands, due to significant growth they are looking to recruit a Packaging Repro Mac Operator.

Our client's artwork team are responsible for managing client and retailer supplied artworks, applying reprographics to high standards, using industry recognised software and utilising a bespoke MIS system to deliver quality packaging.

Our client produces a variety of packaging, mainly for the retail sector. This includes self-adhesive labels, linerless labels, and printed folded cartons, These are produced using Lithographic, Flexographic and Digital Print processes

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for a complete range of artwork, reprographic and colour retouching processes
• Processing work through automation software
• Producing colour accurate proofs for press requirements
• Ensure consistency and accuracy are maintained at all stages of the processes
• To enter the artwork data into the MIS system for consistency and compliance

Skills & Requirements

• Good Communication skills
• Diligent and good attention to detail and to tight deadlines
• A motivated and conscientious work ethic.
• Be able to work unsupervised
• To ensure that artwork challenges are raised and discussed as required
• Knowledge of Litho and Flexo packaging is essential
• Proven Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop experience is essential, ideally in a packaging role
• Understanding of Esko Automation Engine would be an advantage
• Understanding of colour would be considered advantageous