Artwork and Repro Quality Control Operator

1 week ago

Manchester, United Kingdom SGK Full time

Job Title Editorial / Quality Control (QA) Specialist About the Company With more than 150 years of industry‑leading experience, SGX (a joint venture of SGS & Co and SGK) offers a full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services. SGX is part of Propelis, a go‑to‑market ecosystem that enables marketers to move their brands forward with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. Propelis delivers integrated solutions across brand creative, packaging, print, branded environments, and content production with a combined legacy of over 150 years and more than 10,000 employees in 30+ countries. Role Overview The Artwork and Repro QC is responsible for inspecting first‑generation artwork or final print‑ready files to ensure they match the client’s design and specifications. The role guarantees colour accuracy, high resolution, and technical precision before mass production, including Pantone matching for consistent brand colours. Responsibilities Ensure all quality standards are met on assigned production components with limited guidance from the client project team. Validate that all inputs and instructions have been executed. Execute digital and analogue techniques to confirm the final product meets project standards, complies with technical specifications, copy content, and regulatory requirements. Ensure the production team achieves published on‑time delivery, ENCP, and/or INCP production requirements. Leverage signed QC checklists to ensure completeness and accuracy of work. Establish high‑quality standards for all production processes, workflows, and client deliverables. Ensure accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high‑quality, basic to intermediate level artwork using industry‑standard software, tools, and pre‑press and print techniques. Read, understand, and apply customer, legal, and regulatory specifications. Key Competencies Service orientation – Does things right the first time. Delivers high‑quality on time. Accountability – Takes ownership for work and outcomes, makes sound decisions, and follows through with commitments. Provides accurate, quality work consistent with standards and expectations. Agility – Stays positive and productive during change. Supports new approaches and helps identify and address barriers to change. Continuous improvement – Looks for ways to drive efficiency, creative thinking, or operational excellence. Technical & Qualification Requirements Ability to determine correct element position and size, correct font type and size according to master files, style guides/knowledge documents or briefs. Basic to proficient experience in photo and colour manipulation techniques and processes. Ability to perform QC checks on multi‑channel artwork (all formats), including spot and technical separations. Ability to perform QC checks in all standard print production formats (offset, flexo, gravure). Ability to learn and use QC assistance software such as TVT, Informa IT, etc. Experience with Pantone matching and colour accuracy. Strong understanding of technical specifications, copy content, and regulatory requirements. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Quality Assurance and Production Location Manchester, England, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr

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