Hello, I’m K. Rajesh, an Assistant Manager with over 16 years of experience spanning printing, packaging, and publishing. I’ve led teams of up to 40 members, handled prepress and repro operations, color matching, and production planning, while collaborating with international brands and clients. My expertise covers a wide range of packaging formats and printing technologies, and I am proficient in Esko tools, MAC and Windows environments, and quality assurance processes. In my current role at Schawk India, I oversee design-to-production workflows, cost estimation, and QA, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to world-class standards. I have a strong track record of reporting to management and guiding teams to improve performance.

K.RAJESH

Hello, I’m K. Rajesh, an Assistant Manager with over 16 years of experience spanning printing, packaging, and publishing. I’ve led teams of up to 40 members, handled prepress and repro operations, color matching, and production planning, while collaborating with international brands and clients. My expertise covers a wide range of packaging formats and printing technologies, and I am proficient in Esko tools, MAC and Windows environments, and quality assurance processes. In my current role at Schawk India, I oversee design-to-production workflows, cost estimation, and QA, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to world-class standards. I have a strong track record of reporting to management and guiding teams to improve performance.

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Hello, I’m K. Rajesh, an Assistant Manager with over 16 years of experience spanning printing, packaging, and publishing. I’ve led teams of up to 40 members, handled prepress and repro operations, color matching, and production planning, while collaborating with international brands and clients. My expertise covers a wide range of packaging formats and printing technologies, and I am proficient in Esko tools, MAC and Windows environments, and quality assurance processes.

In my current role at Schawk India, I oversee design-to-production workflows, cost estimation, and QA, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to world-class standards. I have a strong track record of reporting to management and guiding teams to improve performance.

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Language

Tamil
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Prepress/Artwork Executive at Scientific Publishing Services, Pvt. Ltd
May 2, 2008 - January 2, 2010
Responsible for mechanical adaptation of artwork, reproduction and color management, color proofing, and alignment with target proofs. Performed prepress activities, layout creation, and production planning with Esko Packedge, ArtPro, and Esko Backstage. Managed cost estimation and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Prepress/Artwork Specialist at Schawk India, Pvt. Ltd
January 4, 2010 - October 10, 2014
Handled repro and color for packaging, including artworks for national and international brands. Coordinated with clients, prepared operator instructions, performed quality checks, and supported production planning during the 2010-2014 period.
Packaging/Labeling Artwork Specialist at Checkpoint Apparel Labeling Ind Pvt., Ltd
October 13, 2014 - February 12, 2016
Oversaw packaging artwork and labeling artwork for apparel; interfaced with clients, ensured labeling compliance, and contributed to production planning and process optimization.
Asst Manager at Schawk India, Pvt., Ltd
February 17, 2016 - Present
Leading a team of around 40 members; responsible for job analysis, scheduling, operator instructions, problem solving, SOPs, and guidelines. Interacted with French pilots and clients, ensuring quality control and cost estimation for packaging projects.
Prepress / Artwork Engineer at Schawk India, Pvt., Ltd
May 2, 2008 - January 2, 2010
Handled prepress activities including mechanical adaptation of artwork, repro and color management, color proofing, and layout creation. Proficient in Esko Packedge, Artpro and Esko Backstage; performed production planning and cost estimation.
Prepress / Repro Specialist at Checkpoint Apparel Labeling Ind Pvt., Ltd
January 4, 2010 - October 10, 2014
Managed prepress activities and color matching for packaging design; collaborated with clients during repro and color proofing; supported production planning.
Senior Prepress Supervisor at Schawk India, Pvt., Ltd
October 13, 2014 - February 12, 2016
Led a team of 40 members; performed job analysis, scheduling and operator instruction; interacted with French pilots and clients; prepared SOPs and guidelines; oversaw quality control and QA processes.
at Schawk India, Pvt., Ltd
May 2, 2008 - January 2, 2010
Prepress and repro operations for packaging and publishing projects, color matching, layout creation, and production planning. MAC & Windows workflows, operator instructions, and team leadership of up to 40 members. Involvement in cost estimation, SOP development, and client coordination.
at Schawk India, Pvt., Ltd
January 4, 2010 - October 10, 2014
Repro and prepress activities for packaging and publishing projects, ensuring color accuracy and adherence to proofs. Managed production planning and client communications, contributing to management reports on billing, team performance, and individual performance.
at Checkpoint Apparel Labeling Ind Pvt., Ltd
October 13, 2014 - February 12, 2016
Worked on labeling packaging projects, prepress, repro, and layout creation, collaborating with clients and suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
at Schawk India, Pvt., Ltd
February 17, 2016 - Present
Currently handling prepress, repro, and production planning for global packaging projects, coordinating with French pilots and clients, preparing operator instructions, and ensuring quality control and SOP compliance.

Education

BE in Printing Technology at College of Engineering Guindy (Anna University)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Printing Technology (D.P.Tech) at Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College, Sivakasi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Printing Technology at College of Engineering Guindy (Anna University)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Printing Technology (D.P.Tech) at Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College, Sivakasi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
B.E. Printing Technology at College of Engineering Guindy (Anna University)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
D.P.Tech – Diploma in Printing Technology at Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College, Sivakasi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

BE in Printing Technology
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Printing Technology (D.P.Tech)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
HSC
January 11, 2030 - March 25, 2026
Diploma in Printing Technology (D.P.Tech)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Printing Technology
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
D.P.Tech – Diploma in Printing Technology
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
B.E. Printing Technology
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail