Flexo & Offset Platemaker
Fanatics Collectibles
| Company | Fanatics Collectibles |
| Category | Manufacturing |
| Location | Allen |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 15 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
About Us
Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.
About the Team
Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.
Job Title: Flexo & Offset Platemaker
Department: Prepress / Plate Department
Reports To: Prepress Manager / Production Manager
Position Summary
The Flexo & Offset Platemaker is responsible for producing high-quality printing plates for both flexographic and offset presses. This role operates CTP systems, flexo plate imagers, exposure units, processors, and associated workflow software to ensure accurate, press-ready plates that meet production and color standards.
Key Responsibilities
Offset Plate Production
Operate CTP Heidelberg Suprasetter
Output plates from workflows Heidelberg Prinect and Kodak Prinergy
Verify imposition, screening, resolution, and separations
Inspect plates for imaging defects and quality issues
Maintain processor chemistry and plate inventory
Flexographic Plate Production
Operate Esko flexo plate imagers
Process digital flexo plates including exposure, washout, drying, and post-exposure
Handle systems such as Esko CDI and Esko XPS Crystal
Verify correct relief depth, floor, and dot structure
Measure plate thickness and hardness as required
Mount plates to sleeves or cylinders (if part of workflow)
Quality Control Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with dot gain, screening, and color standards
Perform plate inspections for pinholes, image distortion, or contamination
Coordinate with press operators to resolve plate-related issues
Maintain consistent file-to-plate accuracy
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in prepress or plate production
Hands-on experience with both offset CTP and digital flexo plate systems
Working knowledge of AM, FM, and hybrid screening
Understanding of trapping, overprint settings, and prepress fundamentals
Ability to lift 30–50 lbs
Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in packaging or label printing environments
Familiarity with color management systems
Experience with flexo workflows and screening technologies