Reprographics / CAD Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Reprographics & CAD Technician to join our pre-press and studio team within the folding carton packaging industry. This is a key role, responsible for preparing customer artwork for print, producing accurate CAD layouts, managing reprographics processes, and ensuring all files are production-ready to the highest quality standards. Working closely with customers, designers, account managers, and the production team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality printed packaging while ensuring artwork accuracy, colour consistency, and efficient workflow throughout the process.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Preparing, amending, and verifying customer artwork for lithographic carton production.
• Producing and maintaining CAD drawings and packaging layouts.
• Operating reprographics and pre-press workflows, including CTP (Computer-to-Plate) systems and plate production.
• Carrying out trapping, step-and-repeat, imposition, and artwork preparation for print.
• Setting up and verifying dielines.
• Barcode verification and artwork quality checks using industry-standard software.
• Artwork compliance checks.
• Colour management checks.
• Preparing proofs for approval.
• Liaising with designers, brand owners, customers, and internal production teams.
• Document control, file management, and revision history.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the reprographics and pre-press department.
• Working efficiently to meet production schedules and customer delivery deadlines.

What Were Looking For:

• Experienced reprographics or pre-press professional with a strong understanding of packaging artwork, lithographic print production and carton construction.
• An individual with good technical knowledge, attention to detail and enjoy working in a packaging design studio environment, where quality is paramount.

Experience That Would Be Helpful:

• Proven experience in print reprographics within the folding carton or packaging print sector.
• Hands-on experience with CTP (Computer-to-Plate) systems and plate production.
• Proficient in industry-standard software including Esko, ArtPro+, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and GlobalVision.
• Sound understanding of the lithographic printing process as applied to carton production.
• Skilled in trapping, step-and-repeat, imposition, dieline setup, and barcode/artwork verification.
• Experience working with brand guidelines and colour management, including Pantone, ICC profiles, and spot colour builds.
• Ability to liaise confidently with designers, brand owners, customers, and print production teams.
• Excellent attention to detail with a quality-first approach to artwork accuracy.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills with experience managing proofing and customer approval processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Whats In It For You:

• A Competitive Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience and skill set.
• Company Bonus Structure.
• Holiday Entitlement of 26 days per year plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to grow within a progressive company.
• Supportive team environment.
• Full-time permanent position.
• In-person working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.

How To Apply:

If youre motivated by creative artworks, inspiring carton engineering, building relationships, and helping drive business growth, wed love to hear from you.