First Shift: Adobe / Graphics / Prepress Production Assistant

About Us

We are a small, under-50-person envelope converting company operating specialized Winkler & Dunnebier (W&D) converting equipment. As a niche manufacturer, we pride ourselves on teamwork, mutual respect, and a drama-free workplace. If you’re looking for a stable manufacturing role where people know your name and work together, we may be a great fit.

Position Summary

This entry level role involves data and order entry, Adobe Software, critical organizational and filing skills, proof-reading PDF and various composite ready to print files, plate bending, machine maintenance, preparing and optimizing artwork for high-quality print production, ensuring accurate collection and relevant hard-copy proofs and printing plates. You should be somewhat computer savvy with knowledge of text and image manipulations, maybe knowledge of Adobe, Word, Excel, or FileMaker. You will learn on the job about lithographic offset and digital production, FileMaker, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Word and Excel.

Key Responsibilities and Concepts to Learn:

• Proof-read artwork for various price, weight, UPC and code cross-check before plating
• Check and flag files for technical accuracy, spelling, price, weight, UPC, and various marks (fonts, dielines, image resolution, spot colors, registration marks, etc.).
• Collaborate closely with prepress and press operators and production staff to maintain color consistency and resolve prepress issues efficiently, supply G7 Proofs for all jobs, set press room up for success
• Develop and maintain an understanding of paper substrates, adhesives, coatings, and packet sealing techniques to ensure print feasibility and meet customer demands
• Prepare and organize proofs and plates and special instructions for each job for the press room
• Organize and prepare and run file through digital press
• Clear and detailed Order Entry (FileMaker) as per CP Scheduling and CP manufacturing, communicate special Instructions on a per job basis with respect to Press, Converting and Shipping.

Typical Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency in data-entry, proofreading, and an ability to learn the concepts of computer to plate and digital printing
• Learn RIP and Trap software (Harlequin), color management
• ·Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• ·Strong communication and teamwork skills with clients and within the CP environment, a clear understanding that it is better to ask than assume
• ·Overtime or weekend work may be required during peak production periods
• ·Must be able to read, write legibly and execute basic addition, subtraction and division

Preferred Skills:

• Experience is proofing and/or proofreading digital files as compared to printed lists, a superior attention to detail
• A knowledge of and use of various mathematical (calculators) and measurement tools
• A willingness to learn our processes of plating, printing, die-cutting, and converting
• A willingness to troubleshoot machine variances
• An inherent ability to work well with others
• Must understand CP ‘How not to Screw-Up’ books, and CP Safety Manual and LOTO and Inch-Safe and all the CP Manuals

What We’re Looking For

• A positive team player who treats others with respect
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new skills and software
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Mechanical aptitude or manufacturing experience is a plus—but not required

Why Work With Us?

• Small company environment—no big-company drama
• Hands-on training and real skill development
• Consistent weekday schedule (some overtime)
• Supportive coworkers who want you to succeed

Apply Today

If you’re dependable, enjoy working with your hands, and want to build skills in a specialized manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. We’re looking for people who want to learn and be part of a team—not just fill a position.

You will need to fill out an application in person, and we will ask you to interview as well as potentially job shadow so you get a sense of the work and the company.

Best to Indeed-email (M-F) us or call and talk (M-W) with Phil 518.677.5988

Cambridge Pacific

891 State Route 22

www.cpacific.com 518.677.5988

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Cambridge, NY 12816 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, NY 12816: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person