Production Graphic Artist

Located in Modesto, CA

Salary: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour DOE

Production Graphic Artist

Modesto, CA
$24.00 - $28.00 per hour DOE
Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting for a Production Graphic Artist for a well-established graphics and printing company in Modesto. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced graphic artist with a strong background in Adobe Illustrator and print production.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of working in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• 40-45 hours per week
• Occasional overtime as needed

Pay

• $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Depending on experience

Position Summary

The Production Graphic Artist is responsible for preparing customer artwork for flexographic printing plate production. This role involves assembling graphics and text, preparing print-ready files, creating supporting documents, performing quality checks, and collaborating with customer service to resolve artwork-related issues.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify customer artwork for flexographic printing plate production.
• Assemble graphics, text, and design elements according to customer specifications.
• Create accurate production files and color proofs.
• Set up files for the appropriate printing press, including distortion, imposition, trapping, and other print requirements.
• Review artwork for accuracy, quality, grammar, typesetting, color, and design consistency.
• Perform quality checks on completed work to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Collaborate with customer service and sales teams regarding artwork questions and revisions.
• Troubleshoot file issues and resolve production concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation and job records.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting production deadlines.
• Provide support and assistance on additional projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of graphic design experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator.
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience working in a MAC-based operating environment.
• Excellent proofreading and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Adobe Creative Suite experience.
• Adobe Photoshop experience.
• Experience with RIP software.
• Experience with preflight software.
• Knowledge of flexographic printing processes.
• Understanding of file trapping, distortion, color management, and print production requirements.
• Experience working with customer-supplied artwork and print-ready files.
• Proficiency in Outlook and Excel.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following:

• Graphic Design
• Production Art
• Prepress Operations
• Packaging Graphics
• Label Printing
• Commercial Printing
• Flexographic Printing

Benefits Upon Hire

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Long-Term Career Growth

Apply Today!

If you have a strong Adobe Illustrator background and enjoy working in a production-focused graphic design environment, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application today to learn more about this exciting opportunity in Modesto!

 

 

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