Pre-Press Manager

About the job

Pre-Press Manager | Hampshire | c£35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)

Aim Search are partnered with a leading Commercial Printer who provide innovative print, mailing and design services across many sectors.
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Pre-Press Manager to join their talented team. This pivotal Repro role plays a key part in their production process, requiring a strong understanding of pre-press, finishing, and printing operations. The ideal Pre-Press Manager will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and bring a positive, proactive attitude to this excellent role. This is a Monday to Friday day shift requiring some flexibility with timing as work demands require.

About the Pre Press Manager opportunity:

• Help in the day to day running of a busy Pre-press department.
• Set and monitor targets.
• Train and motivate prepress staff to meet targets and requirements of the business.
• liaising with clients and account managers.
• Action pre-flighted of customer-submitted files as part of the automation
• Troubleshoot any issues and, where necessary, correct files using Adobe Creative Cloud software products and Enfocus/Heidelberg plug-ins.
• Communicate any queries or problems with production team members and account managers and ensure all client requirements are documented on Print IQ(MIS system)
• Prioritise and manage workflow, ensuring all jobs are completed on time and within schedule.
• Following all relevant health & safety, environmental and quality requirements when completing work.

About the successful Pre-Press Manager:

• Minimum of 3 years pre-press experience carrying out similar functions.
• A good knowledge of MacOS and Windows systems
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud products, namely Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat Pro and Photoshop plus Heidelberg and Enfocus Pitstop plug-ins.
• Previous experience with Heidelberg and Print IQ MIS (or similar software).
• A high level of attention to detail and understanding of colour.
• An excellent understanding of impositions and print production processes and practices.
• Ability to adapt and function as part of a larger team.
• Willingness to train and learn new skills as needed.

If you feel you fit the bill and you're looking for an exciting new challenge in 2025, please APPLY ASAP!