Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Senior Prepress Specialist (12 Months Fixed-Contract)
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Senior Prepress Specialist (12 Months Fixed-Contract)
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About this Position
The Senior Pre-Press Designer is responsible for ensuring that all artwork is technically prepared and optimized for mass production printing processes. This role requires deep expertise in pre-press operations, including trapping, color management, and interpreting various printing technologies. The designer will configure technical settings to accommodate print parameters and prepare files for offset and flexographic printing, ensuring alignment between approved artwork and final print output.
What you´ll do
- Prepare print-ready files by following established procedures aligned with printer specifications and brand guidelines.
- Utilize Esko plugins and software tools to execute prepress tasks.
- Perform color separation, retouching, and proofing to ensure color accuracy.
- Review and approve vendor print proofs for production readiness.
- Quality gatekeeping for print feasibility and consistency of art by checking design with printer specifications, historical data and print tendencies
- Do quality checking, queue management, workflow coordination and admin duties
- Participate in root cause analysis and process improvement efforts implemented by the team
- Package and release files based on transfer procedure (format, email, DAM, etc)
- Maintain archive of current and historical artworks on server.
- Manage time and priorities as per schedule
- Provide timely feedback and raise concerns and updates on requests to stakeholders
- Collaborate with team lead, process experts and designers on huddle and meetings
- Ensure timely delivery based on SLA - Release files to internal and external stakeholders
What makes you a good fit
- Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia Arts, Graphic Design, Print Technology or related course
- Minimum of three (3) years' relevant work experience as a Prepress Artist; Preferably obtained from the printing industry, print management agency, or any relevant field
- Background in conducting Quality Control and Quality Checks of prepress artwork is required; In-depth knowledge of quality assurance and quality control of packaging artwork and prepress
- Advanced technical skills in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop (for color retouching), Acrobat Pro; Esko Automation is highly preferred
- Intermediate to advanced project management skills; With high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Must have effective English communication and excellent time management skills - Amenable to work on a temporary basis (12 months), mid-shift schedule (3:00 PM to 12:00 MN) and report on a hybrid work set-up in Ayala Avenue, Makati
Some perks of joining Henkel
- A thriving career with the Top 15 Best Workplaces in the Philippines by Great Place to Work and the Top GBS Employer in the Philippines by the Everest Group for 4 consecutive years!
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25089029
Job Locations: Philippines, National Capital Region, Makati
Contact information for application-related questions: talent.seaanz@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.