Reprographics & CAD Assistant (Packaging) 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 You’ll 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 We’re 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. What’s 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 you’re motivated by creative artworks, inspiring carton engineering, building relationships, and helping drive business growth, we’d love to hear from you
