Trainee Pre-Press Support

ABOUT US:

Founded in 1950, Boxpak Ltd began manufacturing baking cases for the bakery trade. The family-owned business gradually enhanced the product range with printed cartons and in 1960 introduced aluminium foil containers.

We now pride ourselves as a recognised industry specialist with a portfolio of leading brand names in a broad range of markets including bakery, food, drinks, confectionary and pharmaceutical to name a few.

We have customers in Northern Ireland, Southern Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales and mainland Europe. Our customers expect a quality product, delivered on time at the most competitive price.

JOB TITLE: Trainee Pre-Press Support

JOB SUMMARY:

The Trainee Pre-Press Support will receive comprehensive training across a range of pre-press functions, including CAD design, artwork preparation, and plate making.

THE ROLE:

CAD

• Use ArtiosCAD software to design packaging constructions.
• Produce carton samples using a cutting table.
• Prepare multi-up layouts for tooling and production.
• Create varnish blanket files and cut varnish blankets for printing presses.
• Liaise with customers, sales teams, and production departments to ensure projects are de-livered efficiently and accurately.

Artwork:

• Review and preflight customer artwork files to ensure they are print-ready.
• Produce and issue accurate customer proofs for approval.
• Carry out reprographic work for lithographic printing production.

Platemaking:

• Complete step-and-repeat layouts of approved artwork.
• Produce printing plates for production.
• Issue printing plates and varnish blankets to the printing department.

THE PERSON:

Essential Criteria

• 5+ GCSE's A-C grade including Maths & English or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literate (Mac and PC).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable with a willingness to learn.
• Persistent, determined, and able to work to deadlines.
• Quick learner with a positive attitude.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience within print production or packaging environments.
• Experience using Esko software, including ArtiosCAD, ArtPro, and/or Automation Engine.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience communicating with both customers and internal teams.

THE REWARDS:

• Competitive salary
• Early finish
• Flexible working
• Free parking

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the packaging and print industry.

TO APPLY:

Please send through a cover letter and CV via the link. The closing date is Friday 3rd July at 1pm.

If you require any further information or a full job description please contact Jill Burns on or via email at

Boxpak is an equal opportunities employer.