Job Description

About Tag Systems UK

With over 26 years manufacturing experience Tag Systems UK truly have a global presence in the financial payment industry. As part of the Austriacard Group our network of international facilities enables us to keep our Carbon Footprint very low.

A dedicated banking card, gift card, loyalty and membership specialist synonymous with the fastest lead-times and highest service levels in the industry. Tag Systems UK have a wealth of paper board card and plastic card printing and manufacturing experience, producing over 5 million cards, on site, on a daily basis, offering a turnkey solution delivered directly to consumer, bulk to stores or via distribution centres.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Operator to join our Pre-Press team and help us continue our impressive level of service to our clients.

The main role of this position is to check that files have been supplied correctly, according to the relevant artwork service. A technical understanding and a good eye for detail are crucial and although the role isn't directly a graphic design position, there maybe an opportunity for some level of design, typography and amendments to customer files.

As a team we need to continuously develop our skills, we value shared knowledge and group learning and it's important to us that the successful candidate is passionate about this too.

Key Responsibilities

File Preparation

Ensuring print ready files are complete, formatted correctly, and meet specific printing requirements including size, colour separation and bleed. This can also include, if necessary, ensuring that Visa and Mastercard rules are followed.

Layout and Typography (Virtual Card Proofs):

Working with desktop publishing software (e.g., InDesign, Illustrator) to create accurate Virtual Card Proof layouts. These layouts will be for customer approval, to give them an idea of what the final personalised card will look like.

Collaboration:

Working closely with designers, clients, account handlers and production teams to ensure a smooth workflow.

Submitting Proofs:

Submitting proofs to Customers, FSC, Visa, Mastercard and potential other schemes.

Quality Control and Troubleshooting:

Checking for errors, inconsistencies, and ensuring the final output meets quality standards. Addressing file issues and resolving problems that arise during the prepress process.

Processing, Imposing and Platemaking:

Making sure the appropriate trapping is applied to files either manually or through Kodak Prinergy Workflow. Imposing artwork correctly using Kodak Preps and checked thoroughly before making plates and signing over to printers

Equipment Maintenance:

There will be some responsibility for maintaining and calibrating prepress equipment. Liaising with engineers and plate suppliers.

Training:

A certain amount of training will be given to the right candidate if required.

About you:

The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 3 years' experience within a pre-press environment. Must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop. They also must have a good knowledge of pre-press workflows, imposition software, colour separations and trapping.

What you will get:

You will get the opportunity to join a highly progressive company that is a true global presence in the banking card, gift card, loyalty and membership card market. You will get 28 days annual leave and competitive pay depending on experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.46 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Pre-Press: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person