Pre-Press / Graphics Specialist (Print Production & Packaging)
Location: Fond du Lac, WI (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
FLSA Status: Exempt
Please Note: This is NOT a Graphic Design position.
This role is focused on technical pre-press production, file preparation, print setup, proofing, and artwork management for packaging and print manufacturing applications.
Join the QPI Team
Quality Packaging, Inc. (QPI) is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Pre-Press / Graphics Specialist to support our growing packaging and print production operations.
In this role, you will prepare and manage press-ready artwork files for offset, flexographic, and digital printing applications. You will serve as a critical link between customer artwork and production, ensuring files are accurate, compliant, and optimized for manufacturing.
The ideal candidate has strong Adobe Creative Suite experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate and troubleshoot print-related issues before they impact production.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy technical problem-solving, and take pride in producing high-quality work, we encourage you to apply.
Essential Responsibilities
Artwork Review & Pre-Press Production
- Review customer-supplied artwork, images, and design files using Adobe Creative Suite software.
- Evaluate files for print readiness and identify potential production concerns.
- Prepare press-ready files for offset, flexographic, and digital (hybrid) printing applications.
- Properly position and maintain native artwork files within QPI production layouts.
- Utilize internal RIP software and print preparation tools to create production-ready files.
- Ensure artwork complies with customer specifications and internal production requirements.
Proofing & Customer Approval Process
- Generate artwork proofs for production jobs.
- Send hard-copy and electronic PDF proofs to customers for review and approval.
- Support art approval processes and maintain approval documentation.
- Effectively communicate artwork revisions, corrections, and requirements to customers and internal teams.
Production & Project Support
- Assist with artwork development for prototypes, samples, and package mockups.
- Photograph samples and maintain image databases using Photoshop.
- Upload, download, and manage large files through FTP platforms and digital file-sharing systems.
- Assist with maintaining and updating the Design Center project list.
- Support production timelines by prioritizing multiple projects and responding quickly to changing customer needs.
Data Management & Documentation
- Maintain and update QPI specification databases and pre-press tracking spreadsheets.
- Ensure accuracy of artwork records, production files, and project documentation.
- Follow established file management and version control procedures.
Safety & Team Collaboration
- Follow and support all QPI safety policies and procedures.
- Collaborate effectively with Design, Sales, Customer Service, Production, and Operations teams.
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate Degree in Graphic Design, Pre-Press Technology, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in:
- Pre-Press Production
- Production Art
- Print Graphics
- Packaging Graphics
- Commercial Printing Environments
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency with:
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
Additional qualifications:
- Experience preparing files for commercial printing preferred.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software platforms and print technologies.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Strong mathematical aptitude related to layouts, dimensions, scaling, and print specifications.
What Will Make You Successful
Attention to Detail
You consistently produce accurate work, identify potential issues early, and maintain high-quality standards.
Communication Skills
You communicate effectively with customers and internal teams while managing artwork approvals and revisions.
Problem Solving
You anticipate production challenges and proactively develop solutions before issues impact manufacturing.
Organization & Time Management
You successfully manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
Adaptability
You are comfortable pivoting quickly to support customer requests and changing business demands.
Teamwork
You build positive working relationships and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused culture.
Why Work at QPI?
At Quality Packaging, Inc., we are committed to delivering innovative packaging solutions while fostering a culture built on teamwork, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Stable and growing organization
Benefits & Total Rewards
Quality Packaging, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance
- FREE mobile healthcare services through Pivotal Health
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental benefits through Colonial Life
- Employer-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Additional Information
This position may occasionally require flexibility outside of normal business hours to support customer deadlines and production requirements.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are passionate about print production, pre-press excellence, and delivering quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of the QPI team.
