Prepress Operator

**Prepress Operator**:

- Brampton
- Ontario
- 10323BR

**Job description and requirements**
- Prepress Operator, ISM
- Do you strive to be amongst the best? Do you consider yourself a high performer? Are you someone who shows initiative and isn’t afraid to venture into new areas? If so, we’re looking for you**About Us**
TC Transcontinental, has close to 8,000 employees, the majority of which are based in Canada, the United States and Latin America, with revenues of approximately $3 billion. TC Transcontinental is Canada’s largest printer and a leader in flexible packaging in the United States, Canada and Latin America.
- For over 45 years, TC Transcontinental’s story has been one of innovation and transformation to meet our customers’ evolving needs. Our strong family values, entrepreneurial spirit and long-term vision have always been at the heart of our success.
- This position will be part of our Printing Sector. As the largest printer in Canada & one of the largest in North-America, you will join a team that is committed to helping everyone excel and reach their goals. The Print division has over 3,700 employees & 13 state-of-the-art print plants.**About this opportunity**
Reporting to the Manager, Prepress & Creative Services, this position is required to support the print output activities associated with the Digital Print business for Large Format Printing. Day & Afternoon Shifts available.**What you will do**
- Build accurate prepress ready artwork in an efficient and timely manner;
- Edit high resolution images in Photoshop;
- Follow client brand style guides and maintain consistent files;
- Make logical and creative decisions when working on complex layouts;
- Communicate effectively with supervisor, customers, co-workers, account managers and all preproduction personnel;
- Read and understand job requirements before beginning assembly process;
- Load any customer supplied electronic files for output onto the file server;
- Check customer’s electronic files for completeness and potential problems;
- Identify missing or problematic components and communicate them to the CSR/Prepress Manager;
- Ensure all jobs are marked correctly for size and colour;
- Output lasers for internal approval, perform quality control checks on final output documents and follow all procedures outlined in the TC QMS system;
- Provide technical advice, support and participate and assist in on-going training as needed;
- Perform all other duties as requested by Management in order to help the team effort;
- Work overtime as required;
- Work as part of a team, follow and adhere to Transcontinental’s code of ethics and participate in the Continuous Improvements efforts;
- Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act of Ontario, the Workplace Safety Insurance Act and all other applicable legislated environmental, health & safety regulations;
- Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

**What you have to offer**
- Post-Secondary education in graphic arts along with a minimum two (2) years experience in graphic arts industry specific to large format digital print (LFD) or production art;
- Thorough understanding of various substrates and their uses in relation to LFD equipment and production;
- Strong knowledge of print processes and the direct affect to the artwork;
- Expert skills in Adobe CC;
- A positive attitude and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment;
- Highly organized, creative and logical thinker;
- Ability to find creative solutions for complex layouts while adhering to client style guides;
- Experience with both Macintosh and PC (Windows) computer platforms and all relevant design software;
- Thorough understanding of PDF workflow;
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as dockets and procedure manuals;
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and employees.

**What we have to offer**
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career;
- Employee perks such as discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, travel, and much more;
- Development opportunities where your input makes a difference. Competitive compensation package, pension and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family needs.

**Learn more about us**- #P1ON

**Sector**
- TC Transcontinental Printing

**Job status**
- Regular

**Full/Part-Time**
- Full-time

**Job Function**
- Pre-Press

Prepress Operator | TC Transcontinental