Job Description

Job description and requirementsPrepress OperatorCreate value at TC TranscontinentalAt TC Transcontinental, we\'ve got it made, and that\'s because of the expertise of our team.We have been driving innovation since 1976. With over 8,000 employees and 41 production sites, TC Transcontinental is a leader in the packaging and printing industry, as well as the top French-language educational publishing group in North America. It is a company that takes care of its teams and where employees support each other. At TC Transcontinental, we lead the industry by cultivating a sense of belonging for all.When benefits really help you live better.

• Group Insurance (including health, life, disability, dental, and travel insurance)
• Paid vacation time
• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career;
• Employee perks such as discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, travel, and much more;
• Development opportunities where your input makes a difference. Competitive compensation package, pension and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family needs.

When your actions lead to success.

• Build accurate prepress ready artwork in an efficient and timely manner;
• Communicate effectively with supervisor, co-workers, project managers, customers and all preproduction personnel;
• Read and understand job requirements before beginning assembly process;
• Make logical and creative decisions when working on complex layouts;
• Follow client brand style guides and maintain consistent files;
• Follow job instructions listed on production matrices and meet expected timelines;
• Follow all SOP\'s and maintain quality standards including outputting lasers for internal approval, performing quality control checks on final output, maintaining and naming files in proper location;
• Check customer\'s electronic files for completeness and potential problems;

• Identify missing or problematic components in production matrices and communicate them to the appropriate project manager for resolution;

• Ensure all jobs are marked correctly for size and colour;
• Ensure all QC procedures are followed;
• Provide technical advice, support and participate and assist in on-going training as needed;
• Perform all other duties as requested by Management in order to help the team effort;
• Available for overtime in order to meet our customer needs as required;
• Work as part of a team, follow and adhere to Transcontinental\'s code of ethics and participate in the Continuous Improvements efforts;
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act of Ontario, the Workplace Safety Insurance Act and all other applicable legislated environmental, health & safety regulations;
• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

When your expertise drives us.

• Post-Secondary education in graphic arts along with a minimum two (2) years experience in graphic arts industry specific to large format digital print (LFD) or production art;
• Thorough understanding of various substrates and their uses in relation to LFD equipment and production;
• A good understanding of imposition for digital large and small format printing, iCut, Die-cut, production, various substrates, and artwork requirement.;
• A highly organized, creative, and logical thinker with an attention to detail;
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as dockets and procedure manuals;
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with project managers and employees;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple jobs simultaneously & managing prioritization of issues on a daily basis;
• Strong knowledge of print processes and the direct affect to the artwork;
• Thorough understanding of PDF workflow;
• Experience with both Macintosh and PC (Windows) computer platforms;
• Strong skills in Mac-based software applications, proficiency in prepress software, including Adobe Creative Suite, PitStop Pro, Print Factory, SmartStream Designer and workflow automation tools;

When our contribution invents the future.
A pillar in its various sectors of activity, TC Transcontinental inspires by its desire to create a responsible and united world. Its actions, particularly its commitment to the use of plastic, contribute to the protection of resources and the design of innovative products.Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental.Job FunctionPre-PressFull/Part-TimeFull-timeJob statusRegularSectorTC Transcontinental Printing

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