Pre Press Operative, Newtownabbey

Description

The Pre-Press Operative will be responsible for the delivery of a full range of CAD activities and artwork/repro processes.

The Role:

Create innovative packaging and carton designs that meet customer and company requirements
Produce CAD drawings, layouts and samples for customer approval
Prepare technical drawings and multi-up layouts for tooling and production purposes
Prepare and produce varnish blankets in line with production specifications
Work closely with customers, sales teams and production to deliver projects efficiently
Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and suitable for production
Carry out associated administration and maintain accurate documentation
Able to take artwork from pre-flight to plates

The Person:

Experience using CAD software such as ArtiosCAD
Experience using sample cutting tables such as Zünd/Kongsberg
Previous experience within the packaging, print, or folding carton industry preferred
Understanding of packaging construction and design principles
Ability to work from a customer brief and deliver creative packaging structural design solutions within deadlines
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Self‑motivated, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience working in a fast‑paced, high frequency, creative environment
Experience of dealing with both sales teams and customers.
Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, ArtPro/ArtPro+
Experience of pre‑press, artwork and reprographics processes
Understanding of outputting and checking plates from a CTP for production