Pre-Press Manager
Portsmouth
Negotiable
Pin Point Recruitment are looking for a Pre-Press Manager to join a manufacturing company based in Portsmouth.
The company have been a winner of the Independent Print Industry Association’s Manufacturer of the Year. They run a investment programme that enables them to introduce technology that is more energy efficient and less wasteful for a more sustainable future.
As the Pre-Press Manager you will play a pivotal role play in the production process, requiring a strong understanding of pre-press, finishing, and printing operations.
Pre-Press Manager Job Role:
* Help in the day to day running of a busy Pre-press department.
* Set and monitor targets.
* Train and motivate prepress staff to meet targets and requirements of the business.
* liaising with clients and account managers.
* Action pre-flighted of customer-submitted files as part of the automation
* Troubleshoot any issues and, where necessary, correct files using Adobe Creative Cloud software products and Enfocus/Heidelberg plug-ins.
* Communicate any queries or problems with production team members and account managers and ensure all client requirements are documented on Print IQ(MIS system)
* Prioritise and manage workflow, ensuring all jobs are completed on time and within schedule.
* Following all relevant health & safety, environmental and quality requirements when completing work.
Pre-Press Manager Skills Required:
* A good knowledge of MacOS and Windows systems
* Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud products, namely Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat Pro and Photoshop plus Heidelberg and Enfocus Pitstop plug-ins.
* Previous experience with Heidelberg and Print IQ MIS (or similar software).
* A high level of attention to detail and understanding of colour.
* An excellent understanding of impositions and print production processes and practices.
* Minimum of 3 years pre-press experience carrying out similar functions.
* Ability to adapt and function as part of a larger team.
* Willingness to train and learn new skills as needed.
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