Integrated Plastics Packaging (I.P.P), the manufacturing powerhouse of the LUTFI Group of Companies, has been a leading innovator in flexible packaging since 1999. Based in Dubai's National Industries Park, Jebel Ali Free Zone, we specialize in high-performance, customized packaging solutions for the food industry as well as hygiene, personal care, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, fertilizer, and construction sectors.
As a trusted partner to some of the world's most iconic brandssuch as Lipton, Dettol, McVitie's, Tang, Cadbury, Maggi, Emirates, and many morewe are recognized for precision, reliability, and world-class print and reproduction quality. Our commitment to excellence is reinforced by continuous investment in cutting-edge technology, globally reputed machinery, stringent safety and hygiene systems, and strategic supplier collaborations.
At I.P.P, our people drive our success, and we empower them through a dynamic, inclusive culture where innovation thrives, learning never stops, and ownership is encouraged. With a strong can-do spirit and shared values, we foster passion, growth, and long-term sustainability. Joining I.P.P means your ideas matter, your development is supported, and you play a real role in shaping the future of packaging.
Responsibilities
We are looking for a
Prepress Specialist to ensure accurate, print-ready artwork preparation and seamless prepress execution for flexible packaging operations, in line with quality and production standards. The responsibilities of the
Prepress Specialist include, but are not limited to:
- Review customer-supplied artwork and perform basic checks for print readiness.
- Prepare files for plate or cylinder making under defined guidelines (imposition, trapping, bleeds).
- Perform basic color corrections and file conversions as per print requirements.
- Coordinate with design, proofing, and production teams to clarify artwork requirements.
- Identify and report file-related issues and support troubleshooting activities.
- Maintain proper file naming, version control, and artwork archiving for traceability.
- Follow standard operating procedures, quality standards, and print specifications.
- Support senior team members in process improvements and daily prepress activities.
- Escalate complex or non-standard issues to the Prepress Supervisor or Manager as required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in prepress operations within the flexible packaging or printing industry.
- Strong hands-on exposure to artwork handling, imposition, trapping, color correction, and print file preparation for flexible packaging.
- Ability to work closely with prepress, production, cylinder/plate making, and quality teams.
- Strong attention to detail paired with hands-on execution capability, sound judgment, and a quality-focused mindset.
- Good technical judgment with the ability to identify, flag, and escalate printability or file-related issues.
- Structured approach to problem identification and basic root cause analysis.
- Clear technical communication and documentation skills for artwork and prepress files.
- Strong English communication skills required; Additional language proficiency is an advantage.
- ITI / Diploma or bachelor's degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Arts, Packaging Technology, or a relevant field.
If this opportunity excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply todayour HR team will review your application and get in touch to guide you through the next steps. 
