Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $25.50
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The hiring company is a leading provider in the flexographic and digital printing sector, specializing in flexible packaging and label manufacturing. Known for its innovative use of advanced ESKO software solutions and commitment to quality color management, this company operates at the forefront of printing technology. They cater to various industries requiring high-quality, precise printing outputs, emphasizing color accuracy, consistency, and workflow efficiency. As a technology-driven organization, it upholds rigorous standards for product safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance to meet the demands of modern flexible packaging and labeling needs.
The role of the ESKO Flexo Prepress Operator is crucial within this dynamic environment. This position demands a highly skilled professional to prepare, optimize, and manage electronic files specifically tailored for flexographic and digital printing workflows. Leveraging advanced tools from the ESKO software suite, including Automation Engine, ArtPro+, Color Engine, and Pack Proof, the operator will ensure that all artwork meets the unique technical specifications required for successful print runs. This includes managing color consistency through G7 colorimetric methodologies, performing press fingerprinting to calibrate and adjust print conditions, and automating platemaking procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
The selected candidate will handle a wide range of responsibilities from reviewing and trapping customer artwork to building and maintaining ICC and device profiles essential for color accuracy across various substrates and printing presses. They will also coordinate the setup of jobs for digital presses like HP Indigo, manage spot-to-CMYK conversions, and supervise digital variable data printing assets. Regular calibration of proofing devices using spectrophotometric tools will be integral to the role, ensuring contract proofs meet strict color standards.
The ESKO Flexo Prepress Operator must demonstrate deep technical expertise in flexographic standards, including UV LED plate exposure mechanics, delta-E tolerances, and Digital Front End (DFE) architectures. Proficiency with spectrophotometers, such as X-Rite, for ink density and color verification is vital. The operator will contribute directly to quality assurance by providing backup support for LEN file QA processes and maintaining the integrity of electronic file hierarchies and production documentation.
This position requires a blend of technical skill, attention to detail, and effective communication as the operator will collaborate closely with graphics supervisors, administrators, and customer stakeholders. Compliance with regulatory policies, food safety standards, and internal quality control procedures is mandatory, underscoring the company's commitment to manufacturing excellence and safe product delivery. Ideal candidates will bring 5 to 7 years of specialized experience in color separation and job engineering within flexographic and digital flexible packaging or label manufacturing environments.
In summary, the ESKO Flexo Prepress Operator role is well-suited to a detail-oriented, technically adept professional passionate about color science and print technology, seeking to advance their career within a forward-thinking, quality-focused printing organization.
The role of the ESKO Flexo Prepress Operator is crucial within this dynamic environment. This position demands a highly skilled professional to prepare, optimize, and manage electronic files specifically tailored for flexographic and digital printing workflows. Leveraging advanced tools from the ESKO software suite, including Automation Engine, ArtPro+, Color Engine, and Pack Proof, the operator will ensure that all artwork meets the unique technical specifications required for successful print runs. This includes managing color consistency through G7 colorimetric methodologies, performing press fingerprinting to calibrate and adjust print conditions, and automating platemaking procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
The selected candidate will handle a wide range of responsibilities from reviewing and trapping customer artwork to building and maintaining ICC and device profiles essential for color accuracy across various substrates and printing presses. They will also coordinate the setup of jobs for digital presses like HP Indigo, manage spot-to-CMYK conversions, and supervise digital variable data printing assets. Regular calibration of proofing devices using spectrophotometric tools will be integral to the role, ensuring contract proofs meet strict color standards.
The ESKO Flexo Prepress Operator must demonstrate deep technical expertise in flexographic standards, including UV LED plate exposure mechanics, delta-E tolerances, and Digital Front End (DFE) architectures. Proficiency with spectrophotometers, such as X-Rite, for ink density and color verification is vital. The operator will contribute directly to quality assurance by providing backup support for LEN file QA processes and maintaining the integrity of electronic file hierarchies and production documentation.
This position requires a blend of technical skill, attention to detail, and effective communication as the operator will collaborate closely with graphics supervisors, administrators, and customer stakeholders. Compliance with regulatory policies, food safety standards, and internal quality control procedures is mandatory, underscoring the company's commitment to manufacturing excellence and safe product delivery. Ideal candidates will bring 5 to 7 years of specialized experience in color separation and job engineering within flexographic and digital flexible packaging or label manufacturing environments.
In summary, the ESKO Flexo Prepress Operator role is well-suited to a detail-oriented, technically adept professional passionate about color science and print technology, seeking to advance their career within a forward-thinking, quality-focused printing organization.
Job Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a high-resolution graphics workstation
- Ability to pass a standard Munsell hue/color blindness test
- Occasional handling and inspection of physical flexo plates and contract proofs
Job Qualifications
- BS in graphic design or related field preferred
- Minimum 5-7 years of color separation / job engineering experience in flexographic and digital flexible packaging / label manufacturing
- Advanced proficiency in ESKO software suite (Automation Engine, ArtPro+, Color Engine, Pack Proof) and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with Crystal Platemaking workflows is preferred
- Proven experience using spectrophotometers (e.g., X-Rite) for press matching and color verification
- Strong understanding of ICC profiling, delta-E tolerances, UV LED plate exposure mechanics, and Digital Front End (DFE) architectures
- Ability to catch structural, font, or color gaps in complex multi-layer customer artwork prior to imaging
- Idealliance G7 Professional or G7 Expert certification is highly preferred
Job Duties
- Review, trap, and manipulate customer digital artwork to meet specific flexographic and digital printing requirements
- Implement G7 colorimetric methodologies to ensure precise tonality and gray balance
- Evaluate printed flexographic press fingerprint test charts
- Analyze ink density, dot gain (TVI), and minimum dot breakout to establish exact baseline printing conditions
- Map, build, and maintain centralized ICC and device profiles within ESKO Color Pilot / Color Engine
- Configure custom color strategies to accurately map spot colors and process builds across varying substrates and press types
- Configure jobs utilizing ESKO AE for HP Indigo
- Preflight and analyze spot-to-CMYK conversions to optimize LAB match to Pantone LIVE
- Coordinate digital variable data printing (VDP) assets
- Calibrate and profile Epson contract proofing devices using ESKO Pack Proof or Color Engine
- Perform regular spectrophotometer linearization and media checks to verify color-accurate contract proofs
- Build efficient layouts using ESKO's automated step-and-repeat tools, integrating required distortion factors and cylinder metadata
- Assist manager, supervisor and administrator as needed with customer conference calls
- Follow established procedures, quality control steps and complete all required documentation
- Provide backup to Administrator for QA of LEN files
- Maintain consistent communications of project details and scheduled job status with graphics supervisor and administrator
- Maintain electronic file hierarchy and production file integrity
- Maintain a courteous and professional atmosphere
- Responsible for compliance with all regulatory, facility food safety, and quality policies and procedures including product safety (GMPs) policies and procedures
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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