Pre-Press Coordinator

So, who are we? Simply put, ePac provides digitally printed, flexible packaging. We offer our customers fast and easy access to custom flexible packaging, with a mission to help small brands obtain big brand presence. We are technology driven and solution centered, and we love what we do!

Our Core Values:

• Provide exceptional products and customer service 
• Help our customers grow
• Support the communities and local businesses we serve
• Develop sustainable solutions 

BENEFITS 
This role offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes:

• 3 Medical Options
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer paid Short and Long term disability
• 401K with employer match
• 120 hours Paid Time off
• 10 paid holidays
• and more!

ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy. 

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Prepress Coordinator position receives digital files from customers and provides customer service to ensure that proofs and files are ready for print. Develops procedures and prepares artwork for production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Receives digital files from customers and provides customer service on whether or not those files are correct or if more information is needed 
• Prepares and sends proofs
• Prepares files for print
• Enters job ticket information online
• Reviews incoming jobs to determine the level of design and/or pre-press work required.
• Communicates with the prepress department to determine cost and schedule of work required to complete each job.
• Communicates with customers keeping them apprised of job status.
• Works with the HP Indigo 20000/25000 press operator(s) on matters involving quality and scheduling.
• Follows quality requirements to meet or exceed specifications.
• Applies trap and color correction to art files, performs color separation, assigns necessary screening, steps art according to press layout, and generates press-ready files for production.
• Produces color-accurate contract proofs according to customer and press specifications.
• Creates mockups, 3D drawings, special proofs, etc. for customers as requested.
• Analyzes incoming graphics for printability, separation issues, brand color concerns, Pantone® matching, ink sequence and any foreseeable printing issues. Documents the issues and possible solutions, and then notifies the appropriate people.
• Shares prepress knowledge and techniques as well as job-specific information with Digital Press Operators and other Prepress Coordinators.
• Works with a team to develop procedures and workflows relevant to the prepress area.
• Demonstrates appropriate attitude in all dealings with co-workers, customers, and suppliers.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Helps with estimating and quoting
• Answers phones and customer inquiries

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Deep and demonstrated working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong working knowledge of file conversion, color conversion, imposition, composition, proof and press alignment 
• Excellent understanding of color management
• Strong working knowledge of: proof-to-press matching, spectrophotometry, hard proofing and soft proofing 
• Experience with digital printing on flexible packaging substrates
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Knowledge and skilled usage of Adobe programs 
• Flexibility
• Adaptability 
• Knowledge of file transfer systems

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, preferred
• At least 2 years in prepress, file and/or color profiling and print file preparation
• Working knowledge of digital print processes and DFEs (specifically HP Smartstream and Esko highly considered)
• Strong understanding of printing processes (digital, offset, flexo and gravure highly considered)
• Trouble shooting/problem solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Mostly professional office setting with minimal travel
• Minimal time on the production floor
• Follows all safety rules and regulations; wears PPE.

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster