Operator, Prepress

Responsibilities

• Perform feasibility and preflight checks on incoming design orders
• Reproduce customer artwork files for production using Adobe and Esko workflows
• Prepare production-ready graphics packages with optimal spot color separations, trapping, and gapping for dry offset printing
• Ensure all artworks adhere to internal graphics guidelines and Ball print specifications
• Perform high-quality quality control (QC) on own work and the work of others across all workflow stages
• Ensure file quality across production, wet proofing, and digital proofing stages
• Register and invoice all tasks in the Esmart artwork management system
• Provide operational and day-to-day support to the EMEA reprographics studio

Requirements

• University degree in Graphics Technology, Graphic Design, or a related field (relevant professional experience in prepress or packaging may be considered)
• Proven ability to develop and reproduce customer graphic artworks for dry offset printing
• Strong prepress technical skills, specifically in spot color separation, trapping, and gapping
• Proficiency with Adobe and Esko graphics software and workflows
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards
• Strong organizational, task management, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment

About the Company

Ball Corporation is a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminium packaging. Guided by our core values—"We Care. We Work. We Win."—we create a culture where every voice matters and every idea drives progress. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans and cups to aerosol bottle solutions.