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Job Description: We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Prepress Operator to manage high-volume InDesign mechanicals, image correction, and print-ready file production. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, color consistency, and production readiness across all files in a fast-paced print production environment. This role is ideal for professionals experienced in prepress workflows, digital imaging, and Photoshop retouching, with the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manage high volumes of Adobe InDesign mechanical files, ensuring accuracy and production readiness Update layouts with color-corrected and retouched images for print production Prepare and export print-ready PDFs for approval and final output Perform advanced image editing, color correction, and retouching in Adobe Photoshop Ensure proper use of file formats, resolution standards, and color profiles across all output types Maintain consistency across large batches of images and production files Collaborate with prepress, production, and creative teams to meet tight deadlines Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy before final print output Track file status including incoming, in-progress, and approved-for-print jobs Support understanding of printing, finishing, lamination, and cutting workflows (preferred) Qualifications Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (required) Strong working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat for prepress workflows Strong understanding of color correction, retouching, color spaces, and print production standards Knowledge of file formats, resolution requirements, and print-ready file preparation Ability to manage high-volume workloads under tight deadlines with accuracy under pressure Strong attention to detail with ability to self-QC all work before submission Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to collaborate across production and creative teams Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment Flexibility to adapt to changing project priorities and production schedules

Flexo Printer, Label & Packaging Solutions Impressive & increasingly high profile Flexo & Litho Print, Packaging & Labelling Solutions business, seek an experienced Flexo Printer to further strengthen their expanding Production Services team. Based from their Northants HQ, it s a great opportunity to join a very skilled printing team who have achieved BRC AA grade certification. As a Flexographic Print Minder, you will manage the printing of flexographic self-adhesive labels on various materials, as well as linerless labels. They will provide full initial & ongoing training on all areas of their Production equipment, but demonstrable experience of running Flexo prining presses is essential, as they currently have a range of 7 state-of-the-art Edale printing presses in operation within their flexographic printing division, including 2 x FL1 promotional label presses, 4 x FL3 Flexo label printing presses and a Graphium Digital-Flexo Hybrid press. Responsibilities: Operate flexographic printing press as required to print self-adhesive and linerless labels. Organise systems to ensure all jobs for print shift are ready. Manage print and colour consistency, updating colour standard documentation. Assist in the planning of print trials for new packaging projects Ensure daily schedules are met. Complete documentation for traceability and BRC. Daily maintenance and care of print machinery. Skills & requirements: An excellent team working ethic. Diligent and attentive to detail. A minimum of 1 year flexographic print experience is preferred. A pro-active, problem solving approach. Experience operating the following label conversion processes is an advantage: De-lamination and Re-lamination / Peel & Reveal and Multi-layered Labelling / Cold Foiling / Unique numbering Offering a strong salary & currently working a Monday to Friday rotating double day shift patterns, there s always plenty of overtime & excellent benefits, in a fast-paced work environment with very high standards. Reporting to the Production Manager, they promote excellent teamwork and support to one another in a committed & friendly Production environment. Printer, Minder, Operator, Flexo, Labels, Packaging, Print, Edale