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Prepress Production Specialist
General Purpose: Preflight and prepare electronic files for high resolution output including; assembly, color correcting, retouching and color separation using programs such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Refine and trap files within ESKO workflow. Create imposition files for output utilizing Preps (and/or) Pandora applications. Output proofs to Epson and Roland InkJet proofing devices along with outputting plates to Kodak Magnus platesetter. Quality inspect all electronic output (proofs (and/or) plates). Maintain equipment used in Prepress Department. Monitor output for linearity and make adjustments as needed. Essential Job Functions: Preflights / prepares electronic files for output. Refines, traps and inspects files. Imposes files. Outputs and inspects for accuracy and quality. Organizes output for next department. Checks equipment for linearity. Maintains equipment as needed. Loads raw materials into output devices. Performs other job duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have high school diploma or G.E.D. Minimum of 5 years of prepress production experience required. Excellent communication skills, including the demonstration of tact, sensitivity, and professionalism. Must have knowledge of printing terminology and practices. Must be able to maintain good attendance. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Must have basic computer skills (email, word processing, etc.). Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop Must have knowledge in ESKO workflow or equivalent workflow Must have strong color correcting skills Must have strong quality inspection skills Must pass color vision test. Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods. Must be reliable and dependable. Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employee is required to: sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
General Purpose: Preflight and prepare electronic files for high resolution output including; assembly, color correcting, retouching and color separation using programs such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Refine and trap files within ESKO workflow. Create imposition files for output utilizing Preps (and/or) Pandora applications. Output proofs to Epson and Roland InkJet proofing devices along with outputting plates to Kodak Magnus platesetter. Quality inspect all electronic output (proofs (and/or) plates). Maintain equipment used in Prepress Department. Monitor output for linearity and make adjustments as needed. Essential Job Functions: Preflights / prepares electronic files for output. Refines, traps and inspects files. Imposes files. Outputs and inspects for accuracy and quality. Organizes output for next department. Checks equipment for linearity. Maintains equipment as needed. Loads raw materials into output devices. Performs other job duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have high school diploma or G.E.D. Minimum of 5 years of prepress production experience required. Excellent communication skills, including the demonstration of tact, sensitivity, and professionalism. Must have knowledge of printing terminology and practices. Must be able to maintain good attendance. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Must have basic computer skills (email, word processing, etc.). Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop Must have knowledge in ESKO workflow or equivalent workflow Must have strong color correcting skills Must have strong quality inspection skills Must pass color vision test. Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods. Must be reliable and dependable. Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employee is required to: sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.