Our client, a leader in flexible packaging is looking for a talented prepress manager to join their team in Brampton. This hands-on leadership role requires in-depth knowledge of design, print production, and pre-press workflows. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple projects in varying stages of production, and excels at leading cross-functional teams while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end pre-press and graphics workflow to ensure timely and accurate job execution.
• Supervise and support a team of plate mounters, plate makers, and pre-press technicians, providing coaching, training, and performance management.
• Oversee maintenance and effective use of design/pre-press software and hardware, including RIP systems and proofing devices.
• Coordinate production schedules, work orders, and resource planning to align with departmental and customer needs.
• Review and prepare artwork for production, ensuring compliance with client specifications and print readiness.
• Conduct quality checks on colour correction, trapping, distortion, and other pre-press adjustments.
• Maintain accurate production records, including material usage, output volumes, and QC measures.
• Proactively troubleshoot pre-press issues, collaborating with internal teams and clients to resolve problems swiftly.
• Manage inventory of pre-press supplies and materials to ensure seamless operations.
• Review and sign off on final proofs, ensuring accuracy and production feasibility.
• Stay current with industry trends, software innovations, and emerging technologies to improve department capabilities.
• Collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure job accuracy and timely delivery.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role within graphic design or pre-press, ideally in flexible packaging or a related manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of pre-press software and systems, including ArtPro+, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), Microsoft Office 365, and ERP systems (D365 preferred).
• Expertise in trapping techniques, colour theory, RIP systems, and flexographic/lithographic print preparation.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead teams and engage stakeholders.
• Proven ability to resolve technical and process issues under pressure.
• Familiarity with Esko software is a strong asset.
• Must pass colour vision and hue tests; mechanical aptitude testing may be required.

Personal Attributes:

• Customer-focused with a commitment to excellence.
• Resilient, resourceful, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Team-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Confident decision-maker with a proactive, solutions-based mindset.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based within a manufacturing facility environment.
• Regular movement between office and production areas required; safety footwear mandatory in the plant.
• Prolonged computer use and occasional physical activity (standing, walking).
• May require occasional extended hours to meet production or project deadlines.