Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc. · 6 days ago
Production Artist - Apparel
Ronkonkoma, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $25/hr
2+ years expNassau Candy is a premier importer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products. They are seeking a Prepress Production Artist - Apparel with color separation experience to ensure high-quality production and support various departments within their Ronkonkoma, NY office.
ConfectioneryManufacturingWholesale
Responsibilities
Receiving customer artwork for modification and reproduction in a manufacturing environment
Coordinating with Order Entry and Customer Service to ensure customer approval
Ensuring the highest level of quality of products
Expediting/ setting up customer orders; will spend time liaising with all departments in Production/ Factory
Sending artwork proofs to customers
Supporting factory staff supply needs ie: wrappers, labels
Administrative duties as needed (Virtuals, uploading repeats, etc.)
Perform color separations for screen printing, digital printing, and other print production processes
Ensure accurate color matching and consistency across different substrates
Use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or other industry-standard software for high-quality separations
Prepare and optimize artwork for halftones, spot colors, CMYK, simulated process, and index separations based on print specifications
Work closely with designers, production teams, and clients to ensure print-ready files meet expectations
Troubleshoot artwork issues, including resolution, trapping, and registration concerns
Maintain an organized file system for efficient retrieval of past projects
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as a Color Separation Artist or in a related prepress role
Strong knowledge of color theory, ink properties, and printing techniques
Expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, (or similar software)
Understanding of screen-printing mesh counts, dot gain, and press setups
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with teams effectively
Preferred
Experience working in a screen-printing environment
Knowledge of DTG (Direct-to-Garment) and digital print preparation
At least 2 - 3 years of experience using InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Excel in a Production Artist role
Experience printing on a variety of packaging including bags, tins, labels, etc
Experience with retail packaging
Solid understanding of the Pantone Color Matching System
Knowledge of digital, flexographic, pad printing
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
AFLAC
Pet Insurance
Vacation & PTO
401(K) Retirement Plan
Family-Oriented Company Culture – Business casual attire, team collaboration
Employee Discounts on Products
Opportunity to grow within a thriving Long Island company
Company
Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc.
Nassau Candy is one of North America's largest and most respected wholesale candy distributors, fine food suppliers, and private label manufacturers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Ingber
Chief Human Resources Officer
Elizabeth LaBarbera
Human Resources Business Partner
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