Prepress Manager

3 days ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Vaibhav Printpack Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000 per year

Job Title: Prepress Manager – Flexible Packaging

Department: Prepress / Production

Job Summary:

The Prepress Manager is responsible for overseeing all prepress operations related to flexible packaging, ensuring accurate file preparation, color management, and plate-making to achieve high-quality print output. This role requires in-depth knowledge of flexible packaging substrates, printing technologies (gravure, flexographic, or digital), and coordination with design, production, and plate suppliers to maintain precision and consistency throughout the workflow.

Key Responsibilities:1. Workflow & Team Management

  • Lead and supervise the prepress team, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
  • Plan and schedule prepress activities in coordination with production and design teams.
  • Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for artwork processing, proofing, trapping, and color matching.
  • Train and develop staff on new prepress technologies and best practices.

2. Artwork & File Preparation

  • Review and prepare artworks received from clients or design teams for production.
  • Ensure correct file setup for various printing processes (flexo, rotogravure, digital).
  • Handle trapping, step & repeat, distortion, and separation based on cylinder or plate specifications.
  • Verify correct barcode placement, registration marks, and die-line accuracy.

3. Color Management & Proofing

  • Maintain consistent color reproduction across substrates like PET, BOPP, PE, and laminated films.
  • Oversee proof creation (digital and physical) and client approvals.
  • Manage color calibration for proofing devices and RIP systems.
  • Coordinate with cylinder or plate suppliers for engraving/proofing and color matching.

4. Coordination & Communication

  • Collaborate closely with internal departments — Design, Production, and QA — to ensure artwork readiness and print feasibility.
  • Liaise with clients for approvals, technical clarifications, and artwork modifications.
  • Coordinate with external vendors (plate makers, cylinder engravers, ink suppliers) for technical alignment.

5. Technical Operations & Maintenance

  • Manage prepress software systems (Adobe Illustrator, Esko ArtPro, PackEdge, Automation Engine, ColorProof, etc.).
  • Ensure workflow integration between MIS, RIP, and CTP/engraving systems.
  • Monitor performance and maintenance of prepress hardware, RIP servers, and proofing equipment.
  • Drive continuous improvement in prepress processes and efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma/Degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Arts, or Packaging Technology.
  • 7–10 years of experience in prepress within the flexible packaging industry, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Proficient in software such as Esko, Adobe Creative Suite, ArtPro+, Automation Engine, ColorProof, etc.
  • Strong understanding of flexographic and rotogravure printing processes, color standards, and substrate behaviors.
  • Knowledge of color management systems (CMYK, Pantone, extended gamut, ICC profiling).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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