Prepress Technician

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

We are looking for a Prepress Technician to prepare, proof and deliver production-ready print files that support efficient press operations and ensure high-quality products for our customers.

This position is currently open and reflects a new position created to support organizational growth.

Responsibilities

When your actions lead to success

• Produce incoming page layout jobs for all customers.
• Complete customer revisions efficiently and within established timelines.
• Perform image editing, including close cropping and colour correction of customer-supplied images.
• Download, manage, and archive customer-supplied images and files.
• Flow images and copy into production templates and prepare customer products for press production, including zoning for provincial markets.
• Produce and distribute print-ready PDF files for internal and external customers, and post files through FTP sites for web distribution.
• Liaise with customer coordinators and other stakeholders to support information sharing and production requirements.
• Prioritize work according to production schedules and deadlines.
• Organize and set up production for the press, including outputting and handling press plates for punching and bending.
• Calculate plate usage based on customer requirements.
• Proof and verify work to customer and company quality standards.
• Operate and maintain digital printing, platesetting, processing, and bending equipment.
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and 5S workplace organization standards.

Qualifications

When your expertise drives us

• Ability to work shift schedules, including afternoons, nights, and weekends.
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent math skills.
• Strong cognitive and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent computer skills using both PC and Mac operating systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong communication skills, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable, with a willingness to learn new processes and technologies.
• Good mechanical aptitude is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in a Prepress or Digital Print environment is considered an asset.
• Understanding of offset printing, presses, related production processes, and colour management is considered an asset.

When Benefits Really Help You Live Better

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact View email address on ca.workus.org.

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