GENERAL PURPOSE: Preflight and prepare electronic files for high resolution output including: assembly, color correcting, retouching, color separation and trapping using programs such as Esko ArtPro+. Inspect outgoing contract proofs to ensure they meet department quality guidelines before releasing. Maintain equipment used in Prepress Department. Use knowledge of printing processes to carry out procedures of jobs based on quick turnaround.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures final product leaving department meets quality standards prior to being released to other departments (and/or) customer

• Preflights / prepares electronic files for output

• Analyzes customer files for fonts, images, integrity, and printability

• Refines, traps and inspects files

• Able to impose / step files in layout

• Outputs and inspects proofs for accuracy and quality

• Ensure high quality output for next department

• Checks equipment for calibration

• 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 preferred

• Must demonstrate 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

• Must have ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

• Must have intermediate computer skills (email, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, etc.)

• Must have strong skills in Adobe Creative Cloud

• Must have knowledge in Automation Engine or equivalent workflow

• Must have strong color correcting skills

• Must have strong quality inspection skills

• Must be detail oriented

• Must be able to work well with others in a team environment

• Must pass color vision test

• Must be willing to work overtime as needed for production goals

• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation

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 integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, 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.