Job Description

Join the worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different, play different.

As a Pre-Press Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the pre-press processes to ensure that all files and materials are prepared accurately and efficiently for production. You will manage a team, coordinate with various departments, and ensure that all pre-press activities align with production schedules and quality standards for many of the world’s most popular playing Card Games, Trading Card Games, and Board Game brands in the world! 

What you’ll do as a Pre-Press Manager:

• Oversee the preparation and modification of digital files, ensuring they are correctly formatted and ready for production. Ensure that all files meet the required specifications and standards.
• Manage the proofing process to verify that all proofs are accurate and meet client and company standards. Coordinate with account managers, clients, and production teams to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Oversee packaging tooling design specifications, and purchases.
• Supervise the creation of press plates, ensuring that they are produced accurately and efficiently. Oversee the calibration and maintenance of plate-making equipment.
• Lead and mentor the pre-press team, providing guidance and training to ensure high performance and professional development. Schedule and delegate tasks effectively to meet production deadlines.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and consistency in all pre-press activities. Design and improve workflows and controls to eliminate human error.
• Work closely with the production, design, and account management to ensure smooth workflow and timely resolution of any pre-press issues. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to manage expectations and provide updates.
• Continuously evaluate and improve pre-press processes to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and optimize workflow. Stay updated with industry trends and technological advancements.
• Identify, train, hire, and sustain talent. 

We’re looking for a Pre-Press Manager with:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in a pre-press or similar role, with at least 2 years in a managerial position.
• Strong knowledge of pre-press software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Artios CAD, ArtPro+, Automation Engine, etc.) and plate-making technology.
• Excellent understanding of print production processes, file formats, and color management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Printing experience, desired.

Benefits a Pre-Press Manager Can Expect from Cartamundi:

• Competitive pay
• Climate controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

Physical requirements and working conditions: 

Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires the ability to:

• Must be able stand and walk throughout shift, lift or move 35 pounds
• Environment is climate controlled and indoors
• This Pre-Press Manager position is located on-site in our Dallas facility

Apply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi!

Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify.  

Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.

No agencies please. No sponsorship available.

About Cartamundi:

At Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. It is a guiding mindset that reminds us to have fun, to be fair, to connect with people – across cultures and generations – and to embrace shared experiences.

We are a worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions.

Our owned brand portfolio includes a suite of heritage brands which go back as far as 1848, including global brands like Bicycle®, HRO®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. These brands combine craftsmanship with innovation as the basis for their continued relevance and positive contribution to the local communities that love and use these brands.

At Cartamundi, we have significant expertise in printing; our presses have been running since 1765. Today, our company has become the largest playing cards and board game manufacturer in the world and the trusted partner of leading toy companies. We make well-known brands such as Monopoly®, Uno®, Magic: The Gathering®, Guess Who ®, Pokémon®, Trivial Pursuit® every day.

As we look into the future and how entertainment evolves, we are bringing the digital world to the physical world and vice versa. We have a dedicated team of experts that is looking into future technologies, products, applications that can get our consumers and communities to truly live different and play different.

We are still a family-owned company with headquarters in Belgium and have a global network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 6 design centers, 1 digital studio and 1 global R&D center.