Pre-Press Operator

Key Responsibilities:

• Artwork & File Handling
• Receive, check, and process files from clients/designers.
• Verify image resolution, fonts, bleed, crop marks, and color modes (CMYK / Pantone).
• Keyline & Dieline Preparation
• Create and adjust keylines / dielines for packaging, mono cartons, and labels.
• Check alignment, fold, cut, and crease marks.
• Ensure accuracy in dimensions and finishing elements (emboss, foil, UV, varnish).
• Job Imposition & Layouts
• Perform job imposition (step & repeat, nesting, gang-up) as per sheet size, press machine, and production requirements.
• Use CorelDraw, Adobe Illustrator, or Preps software for imposition and layouts.
• Apply trapping, overprint, and knockout where required.
• CTP Operation
• Operate and maintain CTP machines (Kodak, Heidelberg, Screen, Creo, etc.).
• Output plates with correct calibration, dot gain control, and registration.
• Color Management & Proofing
• Handle color separations and check ICC profiles.
• Generate digital proofs or hard proofs for client/production approval.
• Coordinate with press operators for shade matching.
• Quality Control
• Check final imposed file for accuracy before plate making.
• Reduce errors, rework, and wastage by performing proper preflight checks.
• Software & Tools Usage
• Work in CorelDraw, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign for file corrections.
• Use workflow software like Esko, Prinergy, Preps, or Prinect for CTP.
• Coordination
• Communicate with designers for corrections and approvals.
• Support production and press teams for smooth plate-to-print workflow.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of CorelDraw & Illustrator for keyline setting, imposition, and packaging artwork corrections.
• Understanding of dieline, bleeds, trapping, and print finishing requirements.
• Experience in job imposition techniques (nesting, step & repeat, gang-up).
• Hands-on knowledge of CTP workflows (Prinergy, Preps, Esko, Harlequin, Prinect).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Internet reimbursement
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person