Pre Press Operative (Double Days)

Scientific Games:

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position Summary

Scientific Games International Ltd is a subsidiary of the $1Billion pa turnover, globally renowned Scientific Games Corporation. Our purpose-built, state-of-the-art printing facility in Leeds supplies lottery scratch cards to clients in Europe.   

We have a vacancy available in our Prepress team for a Prepress Operative, working on a double day shift pattern (Alternate early (0600-1330) and late (1330-2100) shift pattern.

The role includes:

· Performing artwork pre-flight checks and producing colour correct proofs.

· Producing imposed files for platemaking.

· Producing artwork for product reverses.

· Producing positional templates.  

· Quality control measures associated with all work produced.

· Carrying out regular calibration of proofing equipment.

· Producing hot foil and other special product samples for Sales team.

· Making and mounting Flexographic plates.

· Liaising with print staff to resolve technical issues.

Competence in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop is essential whilst experience of using Esko Automation Engine, Kodak Preps and Artpro+ software is also preferred. Knowledge of preparing files for Flexographic presses would be an advantage however training can be offered to a suitable candidate.

The successful applicant will need to be self-motivated, able to work under their own initiative/supervision whilst producing accurate work often to deadlines and have a flexible approach to tasks and working hours. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, are a must.

The role involves working the following double day shift pattern:

 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Alternate early (0600-1330) and late (1330-2100) shift pattern.

There is a competitive salary of up to £45,000, generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme with a company match of 6% of pensionable salary and free onsite car parking.

Please note that due to the highly secure nature of our business, any job offer would be subject to the following screening: drugs screening test, receipt of references, receipt of satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau check, and a satisfactory credit history check. We would also require proof of eligibility to work in the UK before any job offer is made.

Qualifications

Work Conditions

Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses.   As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts.   In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles.  As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. 

SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.