Graphics Technician

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and meticulous Graphics Technician to join our production team in Upland, California. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and proofing customer artwork files for printing across flexographic, offset, and digital print methods. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Adobe Illustrator, packaging software, and a solid understanding of prepress workflows and printing standards.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and preflight customer-supplied artwork files to ensure they meet production specifications and tolerances.

• Add production elements such as label dimensions, barcode placement, and trapping where necessary to maintain print accuracy.

• Create and review proofs using Adobe Illustrator and packaging software for internal and customer approval.

• Prepare "one-up" files and step layouts to align with flexographic, offset, or digital press specifications.

• Verify barcode quality and ensure compliance with grading standards.

• Generate final plate files for flexo or offset printing and coordinate with plate-making equipment or external vendors.

• Manage digital print workflows by stepping jobs and sending approved files directly to digital presses.

• Handle high volumes of artwork files daily while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

• Collaborate with multiple customers simultaneously to process complex projects efficiently.

• Ensure all files adhere to prepress best practices, including trapping, color accuracy, and font readability.• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and packaging software such as Plato, Package, or similar tools.

• Comprehensive knowledge of print production tolerances and prepress standards.

• Familiarity with flexographic, offset, and digital printing processes.

• Ability to identify and address file issues related to trapping, color management, font usage, and barcode accuracy.

• High attention to detail and proven commitment to quality control.

• At least 3 years of experience in print production, label manufacturing, or a related field.

• Understanding of barcode grading systems and prepress output requirements.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Full-time