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Pre-Press

Continental Datalabel
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026
Job Description

General Position Summary

This position is responsible for creating and managing Pre-Press artwork and client files.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

  • Analyze files provided by clients or in-house design teams and assess suitability for printing, checking, and double-checking critical aspects of images and text
  • Troubleshoot and fix file issues, including alignment, color, clarity, and other image and typography problems, as well as manipulating for bleeds
  • Create proofs for client or design team review, making needed adjustments in response to feedback, then creating new proofs until the final design is approved
  • Perform light maintenance of equipment, including software updates and replacement of consumable supplies as needed
  • Develops product illustrations
  • Determines size and arrangement of copy and illustrative material
  • Selects colors, fonts, photographs, layout, and other design elements to communicate creative concepts
  • Designs visual concepts using graphic design tools including design software
  • Use Iridesse Xerox and computer for cutting prints
  • Create and edit box files on Artios CAD
  • Use D95 black and white press for miscellaneous prints

Company Description

Welcome to Continental Datalabel, a premier manufacturing powerhouse and a leader in our industry nationwide. With a rich legacy spanning over four decades, we have established ourselves as a specialized converter of high-quality laminated paper products. Our unwavering commitment to excellence has propelled us to become one of the top five manufacturing companies in the United States within our field.

At Continental Datalabel, our corporate headquarters is strategically nestled in the vibrant Northwest Chicago suburbs. Complementing our flagship location, we have positioned facilities in key states including Texas, New Jersey, California, and Georgia. This extensive network enables us to efficiently serve our esteemed clients nationwide, catering to their diverse needs with exceptional precision.

Joining our ranks means becoming part of a formidable team, driven by passion and expertise. Our cohesive workforce is comprised of seasoned professionals, many of whom boast over 20 years of invaluable industry experience. Together, we foster an environment that nurtures growth, collaboration, and continuous learning, empowering every individual to unleash their full potential.

With a steadfast dedication to innovation, cutting-edge technology, and superior craftsmanship, we have earned the trust and loyalty of our clients. Our unwavering commitment to delivering unrivaled quality, reliability, and service has solidified our position as an industry trailblazer.

Join us at Continental Datalabel and embark on an exciting journey, where your skills will be honed, your ideas will be valued, and your career will flourish. Together, we will redefine industry standards, shape the future of manufacturing, and leave an indelible mark on our ever-evolving world.

Welcome to Continental Datalabel, a premier manufacturing powerhouse and a leader in our industry nationwide. With a rich legacy spanning over four decades, we have established ourselves as a specialized converter of high-quality laminated paper products. Our unwavering commitment to excellence has propelled us to become one of the top five manufacturing companies in the United States within our field. At Continental Datalabel, our corporate headquarters is strategically nestled in the vibrant Northwest Chicago suburbs. Complementing our flagship location, we have positioned facilities in key states including Texas, New Jersey, California, and Georgia. This extensive network enables us to efficiently serve our esteemed clients nationwide, catering to their diverse needs with exceptional precision. Joining our ranks means becoming part of a formidable team, driven by passion and expertise. Our cohesive workforce is comprised of seasoned professionals, many of whom boast over 20 years of invaluable industry experience. Together, we foster an environment that nurtures growth, collaboration, and continuous learning, empowering every individual to unleash their full potential. With a steadfast dedication to innovation, cutting-edge technology, and superior craftsmanship, we have earned the trust and loyalty of our clients. Our unwavering commitment to delivering unrivaled quality, reliability, and service has solidified our position as an industry trailblazer. Join us at Continental Datalabel and embark on an exciting journey, where your skills will be honed, your ideas will be valued, and your career will flourish. Together, we will redefine industry standards, shape the future of manufacturing, and leave an indelible mark on our ever-evolving world.

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