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Graphic Prepress Technician- Modesto, CA

$53,000 - $68,000 yearly
Full time Marketing Media-Journalism

Job Description

Job Summary:

Pacific Southwest Container, LLC is a world-class, ISO 9001 manufacturer of custom packaging and a market leader in the design and conversion of corrugated packaging, folding cartons, single-face lamination, foam protective packaging, and point-of-purchase displays. Our facilities serve a wide variety of customers who value creativity, flexibility, speed to market, and best total system cost.
The Graphic Prepress Technician is responsible for preparing customer artwork for production by performing color separation, file preparation, image correction, and proofing for packaging applications. This position ensures that all graphics meet customer specifications, print requirements, and company quality standards prior to production. The technician works closely with Graphics, Sales, Structural Design, and Production to support efficient and accurate manufacturing.
Our culture is built on four core principles: 360° Health, Teamwork, Quality, and Sustainability.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship is required.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform color separation and color correction for packaging graphics.
  • Edit images and prepare files for flexographic, lithographic, and digital printing processes.
  • Assemble production-ready files for corrugated, folding carton, laminated, and display packaging.
  • Apply trapping, screening, and stepping as required for print production.
  • Create and output proofs using inkjet digital proofing devices.
  • Verify artwork against customer specifications and internal job requirements.
  • Apply ICC color profiles to ensure accurate color reproduction.
  • Work with CAD layouts and packaging structures to ensure proper artwork placement.
  • Maintain organized digital files and follow established workflow procedures.
  • Communicate with internal departments to resolve artwork or layout issues.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support production and graphics operations.
 
Required Skills and Abilities
  • Experience with packaging structures including:
    • Corrugated boxes
    • Folding cartons
    • Labels and lamination
    • Point-of-purchase displays
  • Proficiency in:
    • Adobe Illustrator
    • Adobe Photoshop
  • Experience with:
    • Color correction
    • Image editing
    • Electronic separation
    • Trapping
    • Screening and stepping
  • Understanding and application of ICC color profiles.
  • Experience using inkjet digital proofing devices.
  • Strong communication skills and positive attitude.
  • Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments accurately.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
 
Preferred Skills
  • Familiarity with additional Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
  • Experience with Esko workflow and DeskPack tools.
  • Experience working in corrugated packaging, printing, or prepress environment.
  • Knowledge of flexographic or lithographic printing processes.
 
Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
  • College, technical school, or trade school training preferred but not required.
  • Previous prepress, graphics, or packaging experience preferred.
 
Physical Requirements:
In typical 8 hr. day, position requires
1-2 hours
3-4 hours
5-6 hours
7-8 hours
Standing
 
x
 
 
Sitting
 
x
 
 
Walking
 
x
 
 
Speaking
 
x
 
 
Lifting
 
x
 
 
Pushing
 
x
 
 
Pulling
 
x
 
 
Stooping
 
x
 
 
Bending
 
 
 
x
Manual Dexterity
 
 
 
x
Vision
 
 
 
x
Hearing
 
 
 
x
Reading
 
 
 
x
Heat (Extreme)
 
x
 
 
Cold (Extreme)
 
x
 
 

 

Pay Range: $53,000 - $68,000 per year

 

 

 

 

SHAYAL PRASAD

State

California
Pacific Southwest Containers
About Pacific Southwest Containers

Founded as a small family business in 1973, Pacific Southwest Container, LLC started with one factory serving local businesses in Modesto, California. Three generations later, we have grown to be one of the largest privately held packaging companies in the United States. With more than 1,000 team members and four locations, we create packaging that ranges from high-volume to high-touch, from standard to sophisticated. Our history of bringing capabilities and services in-house allows us to provide unmatched quality and speed to market. We remain committed to investing in innovation, our people, and our craft.

Packaging is a craft; one we’ve mastered over four and a half decades. Our heritage, experience, and willingness to invest in our customers are why some of the world’s largest brands trust PSC to solve their most complex packaging challenges. It’s also why many of the local businesses who were with us at the start are still with us today.

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