Pre-Press Designer (Flexible Packaging – Gravure & Flexo)

Description

Join S.I. Chemicals as a Pre-Press Designer specializing in flexible packaging for Gravure and Flexo printing technologies. This position requires expertise in preparing print files that meet technical and quality standards specific to flexible substrates. The candidate supports the entire pre-press workflow by managing color separations, trapping, overprinting, and retouching images to create flawless artworks ready for production. Working closely with printing production teams and external vendors, the designer ensures timely and accurate delivery of printing cylinders and plates. This role demands a keen eye for detail and understanding of the technical nuances such as cylinder circumference, gear pitch, and distortion compensation to optimize layouts. The Pre-Press Designer proactively reviews artworks, troubleshoots potential print issues early, and enforces strict quality control measures to eliminate printing errors and reduce material waste. The ideal candidate brings at least one year of experience in flexible packaging pre-press processes and thrives in a collaborative, process-driven environment without direct team management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage color separations, trapping, and overprinting processes tailored for Gravure and Flexo printing applications.
• Retouch and optimize images to ensure clarity and color fidelity for flexible packaging materials.
• Adjust design layouts by accurately considering technical factors such as cylinder circumference, gear pitch, and distortion specific to flexible substrates.
• Conduct thorough quality control checks to verify final artworks align with customer specifications and production requirements.
• Coordinate with production departments and external vendors to schedule and facilitate timely delivery of printing cylinders and plates.
• Identify potential printing defects and technical issues during the design phase and implement corrective actions to minimize waste.
• Maintain documentation and version control for all print-ready artworks and related files.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline pre-press workflows and improve overall printing efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry standards, printing technologies, and flexible packaging materials to continuously enhance design quality.
• Support troubleshooting efforts to resolve any discrepancies encountered during cylinder or plate manufacturing.

Experience

1 Year

Apply By

Dec 13, 2026

Required Skills

• Flexible Packaging Prepress (Gravure And Flexo)
• Color Separation
• Trap and Overprint Management
• Image Retouching
• Layout Adjustment
• Quality Control
• Troubleshooting Printing Issues
• File Preparation for Cylinder and Plate Production

Nice to Have Skills

• Vendor Coordination