Precision Prepress Specialist — Master Color & Proofing

Join a Legacy of Excellence at Curtis Packaging. For nearly two centuries, Curtis Packaging has been a leader in high-end, sustainable packaging. Established in 1845, we combine our deep-rooted heritage of craftsmanship with the latest in technology and innovation. Our commitment to sustainability and quality has made us the go-to packaging partner for some of the world’s most prestigious brands.

Now, we’re looking for a motivated Human Resources Intern to join our team! If you take pride in precision, craftsmanship, and working in a state-of-the-art facility, this is the opportunity for you.

• Industry Leader Since 1845 – Nearly 200 years of excellence in premium packaging.
• Sustainability Innovators – Committed to environmentally responsible manufacturing.
• Cutting-Edge Technology – Work with the latest press control systems (KBA, GMI, AMS, Logotronic, Colortronic).
• Work with Global Brands – Play a key role in producing luxury packaging for high-end clients.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – 401(k) matching, health & dental insurance, paid time off, and more.

But what truly makes Curtis special is our culture which fosters collaboration and growth amongst all of our employees. We believe in:

• Staying true to our word
• Being eager to grow and learn
• Driving excellence and innovation
• Rolling up our sleeves to get things done
• Fostering a respectful and positive work environment

"When you find yourself in the position as a steward of a 175+ year-old company, you understand the core values we bring to our clients through the expertise and craftsmanship of our people."

Curtis Packaging is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Pre-Press System Specialist to join our Printing team. This role is essential to ensure that customer artwork is accurately prepared, processed, and delivered to production according to our high-quality standards. The position of the Pre-Press System Specialist is to prepare customer files (1ups) from the Account Manager to Curtis Packaging specifications.

This is a hands-on technical role—not a design position—and requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to precision.

• Prepare 1-up files according to internal specifications, including:
• Understanding fonts, trapping, knockouts, LAB values, density, cut-back curves, masks, color corrections, bleeds, TIFF interpretation, and screen values
• Converting spot colors to four-color process
• Using a spectrophotometer for color accuracy
• Perform Step-and-Repeat according to job layouts
• Execute plate making and related pre-press functions
• Produce proofs and print vinyls/blankets for the printing department
• Conduct basic file and image corrections
• Collaborate with team members and work independently to meet production schedules

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 3 years in a printing or packaging pre-press environment

• Experience with Esko Workflow / Automation Engine (plus)
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
• Knowledge of color theory, G7 methodology, and offset printing
• Understanding of production job layout

• This role operates in both office and controlled manufacturing environments with lifting over 15 lbs required