ABOUT US:
Founded in 1950, Boxpak Ltd began manufacturing baking cases for the bakery trade. The family-owned business gradually enhanced the product range with printed cartons and in 1960 introduced aluminium foil containers.
We now pride ourselves as a recognised industry specialist with a portfolio of leading brand names in a broad range of markets including bakery, food, drinks, confectionary and pharmaceutical to name a few.
We have customers in Northern Ireland, Southern Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales and mainland Europe. Our customers expect a quality product, delivered on time at the most competitive price.
We are currently seeking a full-time Pre-Press Operative to join our team.
For the right candidate there is a competitive salary.
JOB TITLE: Pre-Press Operative
JOB SUMMARY:
The Pre-Press Operative will be responsible for the delivery of a full range of CAD activities and artwork/repro processes
The Role:
Create innovative packaging and carton designs that meet customer and company requirements
Produce CAD drawings, layouts and samples for customer approval
Prepare technical drawings and multi-up layouts for tooling and production purposes
Prepare and produce varnish blankets in line with production specifications
Work closely with customers, sales teams and production to deliver projects efficiently
Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and suitable for production
Carry out associated administration and maintain accurate documentation
Able to take artwork from pre-flight to plates
The Person:
Essential criteria:
Experience using CAD software such as ArtiosCAD
Experience using sample cutting tables such as Zünd/Kongsberg
Previous experience within the packaging, print, or folding carton industry preferred
Understanding of packaging construction and design principles
Ability to work from a customer brief and deliver creative packaging structural design solutions within deadlines
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience working in a fast-paced, high frequency, creative environment
Experience of dealing with both sales teams and customers.
Desirable criteria:
Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, ArtPro/ArtPro+
Experience of pre-press, artwork and reprographics processes
Understanding of outputting and checking plates from a CTP for production
The Rewards:
Competitive salary
4 ½ day working week
Flexible working
Free parking
To Apply:
Please send through a cover letter and CV via the link. The closing date is Friday 29th May 2026 at 1pm.
If you require any further information or a full job description please contact Jill Burns on 02890365421 or via email at
Boxpak is an equal opportunities employer.