Prepress Specialist

About This Role

The Prepress Specialist ensures that artwork is accurately prepared and print-ready for flexible packaging operations, aligning with quality and production standards. This role involves reviewing customer-supplied artwork, preparing files for plate or cylinder making, and coordinating with various teams to clarify requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review customer-supplied artwork and perform basic checks for print readiness
• Prepare files for plate or cylinder making under defined guidelines (imposition, trapping, bleeds)
• Perform basic color corrections and file conversions as per print requirements
• Coordinate with design, proofing, and production teams to clarify artwork requirements
• Identify and report file-related issues and support troubleshooting activities
• Maintain proper file naming, version control, and artwork archiving for traceability
• Follow standard operating procedures, quality standards, and print specifications
• Support senior team members in process improvements and daily prepress activities
• Escalate complex or non-standard issues to the Prepress Supervisor or Manager as required

Requirements

• Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in prepress operations within the flexible packaging or printing industry
• Strong hands-on exposure to artwork handling, imposition, trapping, color correction, and print file preparation for flexible packaging
• Ability to work closely with prepress, production, cylinder/plate making, and quality teams
• Strong attention to detail paired with hands-on execution capability, sound judgment, and a quality-focused mindset
• Good technical judgment with the ability to identify, flag, and escalate printability or file-related issues
• Structured approach to problem identification and basic root cause analysis
• Clear technical communication and documentation skills for artwork and prepress files
• Strong English communication skills required; Additional language proficiency is an advantage
• ITI / Diploma or bachelor's degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Arts, Packaging Technology, or a relevant field

About the Company

Integrated Plastics Packaging (I.P.P), the manufacturing powerhouse of the LUTFI Group of Companies, has been a leading innovator in flexible packaging since 1999. Based in Dubai's National Industries Park, Jebel Ali Free Zone, the company specializes in high-performance, customized packaging solutions for various industries, including food, hygiene, personal care, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, fertilizer, and construction sectors. I.P.P is a trusted partner to iconic brands, recognized for precision, reliability, and world-class print and reproduction quality, and empowers its people through a dynamic, inclusive culture focused on innovation and growth.