Job Description

Prepress Technician

This is a technical production role focused on file preparation, compliance, and print readiness — not creative design.

Flexo-Graphics, a leader in labeling, promotional, and identification solutions, is a part of Inovar Packaging Group, one of North America’s premier label printing and flexible packaging companies. As part of the Inovar family, Flexo-Graphics benefits from industry-leading resources, innovation, and operational excellence while maintaining its strong legacy of customer service and product quality. Serving industries such as automotive, food and beverage, health and beauty, agriculture, and retail, we are committed to delivering high-quality products and services.

Why Join Us?

 • Competitive pay and company equity
 • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match!
 • Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
 • Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding company
 • A collaborative and innovative work environment

Position Overview:

The Prepress Technician plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality print production by preparing customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing. This position requires technical expertise in file preparation, proofreading, and barcode verification, as well as strong collaboration with management, prepress, production, and customer service teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare customer files for Flexographic and Digital printing, including trapping, stepping, and distortion.
• Maintain clear communication with Management, Prepress, Production, and Customer Service teams.
• Proofread all content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Conduct hard copy proofing and ensure accuracy in variable data and sequential numbering.
• Perform barcode verification to maintain quality standards.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and InDesign.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to think critically, solve problems proactively, and deliver within deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphics or an industry-related field.
• Experience with Esko Workflow.
• Background in Flexographic printing or label manufacturing prepress.
• Familiarity with general manufacturing and pre-production graphics manipulation.