Prepress Manager

Lead the Process.

Perfect the Print" We’re hiring a Prepress Manager to lead our prepress team and ensure flawless print production.

In this role, you’ll oversee artwork creation, platemaking, and color management for flexographic and digital presses while driving process improvements and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities:Supervise the daily operations of the prepress departmentManage the production of artwork proofs, revisions, new artwork creation, and platemaking for flexographic and digital pressesEvaluate incoming artwork for printability, ensuring it meets production capabilities and quoted specificationsReview and preflight customer-supplied files to prepare them for pressCollaborate with customers, customer service, and vendors to ensure smooth file preparation and troubleshoot issues as neededOversee digital/thermal platemaking processes and manage artwork for HP digital pressesMaintain accurate color reproduction, including the creation of press curves and color profiles for both flexo and digital workflowsEnsure all projects meet deadlines in alignment with the production scheduleTrain and develop team members in software tools, production processes, and best practicesResearch and evaluate new technologies and software solutions for possible integration into existing workflowsMonitor and maintain consumables inventory for the department Qualifications:Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical schoolMinimum of 5 years of experience in a prepress production environment, preferably in flexo and/or digital printingStrong proficiency with Esko ArtPro+, Automation Engine, and Color EngineProficient in Adobe Creative Suite with a solid understanding of PDF workflowsSkilled in color management, including profile creation, adherence to color standards, and proofing techniquesExperienced in digital and thermal platemaking processes for flexographic printingFamiliarity with HP digital press workflowsProficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud and Mac softwareExcellent communication and problem-solving skills, with an ability to work collaboratively across teams (internal & external)Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlinesKnowledge in CERM a plus