Mac Operator / Pre-Press Technician
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £30,000
· Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
· Employer Pension Contribution: 3%
· Death in Service: 2x salary (after 12 months of service)
· Cycle to Work scheme
Working Hours:
The role operates on a rotating shift pattern Monday to Friday (40 hours per week):
* Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00
* Week 2: 10:00 – 18:00
We are looking to recruit an experienced Mac Operator to join a dynamic and creative team working on some of the most exciting commercial print and packaging projects in the industry.
What You'll Be Doing
· Prepping and perfecting artwork for print using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
· Collaborating with design, pre-press, and production teams to deliver flawless packaging
· Troubleshooting colour issues, font problems, and image clarity – you’re the fixer!
· Managing multiple projects with razor-sharp accuracy and top-notch file organisation
· Keeping ahead of trends in reprographics and print tech
· Using workflow software (XMF) – training provided
What You’ll Bring to the Team
· 4+ years in reprographics or print/packaging design
· Expert-level Adobe Suite skills on Mac systems
· A sharp eye for colour, detail, and pre-press perfection
· Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple jobs
· Bonus: Knowledge of die-cutting, imposition, trapping, and packaging design
To be considered for this role please click “apply and submit a copy of your up-to-date CV