Pre Press Assistant

Position: Pre Press Assistant (Permanent)
Pre-Press Assistant

Mid Kent

Monday to Friday 40 hours a week (DAY SHIFTS)

£30k - £35k DOE

Are you experienced within the Print industry?

Do you Pride yourself with having high attention to detail?

Our client is a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality printed carton packaging for major global brands. To support continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Pre-Press Assistant to join their dedicated team.

As a Pre-Press Assistant, you will be an integral part of the production workflow—preparing and refining artwork to ensure all files are technically and colour-accurate for high-end offset printing. You’ll work closely with the design and production teams to guarantee a smooth transition from artwork to print.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Artworking:
Adapt and prepare client-supplied artwork to meet detailed print production specifications.

File Preparation:
Check and adjust digital files for print readiness, ensuring correct file formats, resolution, bleeds, colour profiles, and font management.

Colour Management:
Maintain consistent colour standards through calibration of monitors and proofing devices.

Proofing:
Produce accurate proofs, identifying and resolving any issues before final print.

Imposition:
Create print layouts with accurate positioning, overlaps, and bleeds to optimise colour consistency and production efficiency.

Plate Processing:
Maintain and monitor plate-making equipment, ensuring thorough quality checks before production.

Collaboration:

Work alongside internal teams to ensure efficient handover from artwork through to manufacturing.

Skills and Attributes

Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Knowledge of Litho printing and carton packaging production

Knowledge of pre-flighting, imposition, trapping, and colour separation processes

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

Strong communication and team working skills

Benefits

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (DOE)

Overtime:
Paid at 1.5x standard rate

Holidays: 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays

Pension Scheme:
Company workplace pension

Long Service Awards:
Additional annual leave from 5 years’ service

Life Assurance: 4x salary

Employee Benefits Programme:
Car salary sacrifice, Cycle to Work, and employee discounts

Referral Bonus: £500 recruitment referral scheme

Annual Health Assessment

Company Social Events:
Summer and Christmas gatherings

If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration! INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATELY FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATES

This role is being handled by the Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical Division at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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