MUKESH KUMAR CHAURASIYA
Sonipat
Summary
Senior Prepress professional with 24+ years in commercial and packaging printing. Expertise includes Prepress Management, Packaging Artwork, Colour Management, and Digital Proofing. Delivered workflow improvements, established Prepress departments, and maintained colour consistency across processes. Skilled in vendor negotiation, tooling management, and optimising production efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head – Prepress
MANOHAR FILAMENTS PVT. LTD.
06.2025 - Current
- Heading Prepress, Graphics and NPD activities for packaging and printed label operations.
- Managing artwork development, artwork approval and production-ready file release.
- Managing customer artwork requirements, technical specifications and approval processes.
- Coordinating with Marketing, Customers, Production, Quality and NPD teams.
- Standardised processes and implemented continuous improvements within Prepress function.
- Managed team capacity and prioritised jobs to ensure timely artwork delivery.
- Supporting Prepress automation and workflow improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated colour management to meet customer specifications and brand standards. and supporting customer-specific colour requirements.
- Developing and implementing SOPs and process-control systems.
- Coordinating with die makers and external vendors for tooling requirements.
- Driving die-making cost optimisation through vendor negotiation, die-layout optimisation and tooling planning.
- Provided support for plate-making to enhance workflow efficiency., proofing and production troubleshooting.
- Monitored quality and productivity to ensure timely completion of Prepress activities.
Head – Prepress & NPD
KUBER POLYMER & SAI COMCODES PVT. LTD.
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed Prepress and NPD operations for flexographic label production.
- Assisted in developing new products to enhance company offerings and meet customer needs..
- Executed artwork development processes by incorporating client feedback and specifications, coordinating with customers to ensure alignment.
- Oversaw artwork approval process ensuring compliance with brand standards, colour requirements, and production readiness.
- Supported development of efficient artwork and production workflows.
- Facilitated communication with Marketing teams to align strategies and initiatives., Production and Quality teams.
- Assisted in enhancing machine efficiency through production initiatives to improve output.
- Worked with customers including GCPL, Dabur, HUL, Marico, CavinKare, Radico Khaitan, Jyothy and Patanjali.
Senior Manager – Prepress & NPD
EDELMANN PACKAGING GROUP INDIA – BADDI
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Led prepress and new product development for paperboard packaging, streamlining processes for enhanced collaboration.
- Managed artwork processes to ensure accuracy and timely delivery., Prepress, NPD and production activities.
- Participated in new product development for major customers including Jyothy Lab and ABD.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to improve product development and production readiness.
- Facilitated machine optimisation and production efficiency initiatives, contributing to improved operational workflows.
- Supported customer requirements for packaging development.
Dy. Manager – Prepress & NPD
PARKSONS PACKAGING PVT. LTD.
10.2018 - 01.2022
- Led Prepress and NPD activities for paperboard packaging, enhancing product quality and innovation.
- Participated in new product development activities for GPI.
- Implemented GMG color proofing in the Prepress department.
- Executed offset machine calibration in accordance with ISO 12647-2, ensuring compliance and colour accuracy.
- Ensured Epson digital proof output matched offset production through regular calibration.
- Calibrated colour-management instruments to ensure accurate colour reproduction..
- Supported process standardization and color consistency.
- Facilitated collaboration with Production, Quality and Customer teams to address technical requirements effectively.
Prepress Manager
ANY GRAPHICS PVT. LTD. – DELHI NCR
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Managed packaging Prepress activities for flexible labels, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project timelines.
- Ensured artwork quality and timely release of production-ready files.
- Handled artwork generation, Prepress processing and production coordination.
- Coordinated with customers and internal production teams to clarify technical requirements, facilitating smooth project execution.
- Supported customers with inquiries and requests, providing tailored solutions for ITC, GCPL, Dabur, GSK, Samsung, Pidilite, and Jyothy Lab.
Prepress Manager
YORK PRINT PVT. LTD.
03.2016 - 02.2017
- Oversaw packaging Prepress operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to production timelines.
- Coordinated artwork and production requirements for FMCG and packaging clients, aligning deliverables with project goals.
- Reviewed and adjusted artwork to ensure high quality and production readiness, minimising errors and enhancing client satisfaction. and production readiness.
- Implemented packaging Prepress workflow using Esko.
- Developed and standardized Prepress work procedures.
Dy. Manager – Prepress
MANOHAR FILAMENTS PVT. LTD.
07.2010 - 03.2016
- Established and managed Prepress activities, ensuring quality and efficiency in packaging and printed labels.
- Implemented streamlined Prepress processes, enhancing workflow for packaging and label production.
- Developed standard operating procedures for Prepress department, improving consistency and compliance in operations.
- Managed artwork and Prepress requirements for customers including Catch, Paras, Reebok, Adidas, Groversons, Target, M&S, Tesco and Walmart.
- Coordinated with Production and Customer teams for timely artwork release.
- Engaged in GMI standardization initiatives for Target Brands to ensure compliance.
- Assisted with packaging and label development projects to improve product presentation.
Prepress / Graphics
PARKSONS PACKAGING LTD. – DAMAN
06.2009 - 07.2010
- Managed artwork and Prepress activities for pharmaceutical, FMCG, luxury and retail packaging.
- Collaborated with clients, including Ranbaxy, IPCA, Bristol, Tesco Pharma, Zambon, HUL, Dabur, L'Oréal, Godrej, Marico, Britannia, Torrent Pharma, McDonald's, Cadbury and Nestlé, to deliver customised Prepress solutions based on their specific needs.
- Developed and implemented Prepress work procedures and operational processes to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Established Prepress department at Daman facility, facilitating streamlined operations.
Prepress / Artwork Professional
UNIQUE PHOTO OFFSET SERVICES – MUMBAI
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Generated artwork for packaging and advertising to meet client specifications.
- Supported packaging requirements for P&G, HUL, Dabur, VVF, Cipla and Glenmark.
- Applied colour mixing techniques for multi-colour projects to achieve precise brand representation.
- Collaborated with advertising agencies O&M, Lintas, and Rediffusion to create effective campaign visuals.
Graphics / Prepress
SANDHYA PRAKASH LTD. – BHOPAL
04.2001 - 05.2007
- Supported packaging and commercial printing projects, ensuring quality and adherence to deadlines.
- Collaborated with clients including Ranbaxy, Moser Baer, Dabur India, Bausch & Lomb, Torrent Pharma, and Jindal Photo to fulfil their specific requirements.
- Designed artwork and developed multi-layouts to meet project specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Commerce
Bhopal University
Bhopal, MP01-2007
MBA - Operations Management
Amity University
Noida, UP09-2026
Skills
- Packaging Artwork & Development
- Artwork approval
- Color Management & Calibration
- Prepress Department Management
- Esko Workflow & Automation
- Plate Making & CTP Processes
- Process standardisation
- Production coordination
- Vendor management
- Customer coordination
- Graphics & Artwork Management
- Team development
- Product development
Custom
Senior Prepress, Packaging, Graphics and NPD professional with 24+ years of experience across commercial printing, paperboard packaging, flexible packaging, labels and graphics development. Extensive experience in Prepress Management, Packaging Artwork, New Product Development, Color Management, Digital Proofing, Plate Making, Esko Workflow, Process Standardization, Customer Coordination, Vendor Management and Team Leadership. Proven experience in establishing and streamlining Prepress departments, developing SOPs, implementing workflow improvements, managing artwork approval, supporting production optimization and maintaining color consistency across printing processes. Strong exposure to cost reduction, die-making optimization, vendor negotiation, tooling management and material utilization, working closely with Prepress, NPD, Production, Marketing, Quality, Customers and external suppliers.
Timeline
Head – Prepress
MANOHAR FILAMENTS PVT. LTD.
06.2025 - Current
Head – Prepress & NPD
KUBER POLYMER & SAI COMCODES PVT. LTD.
02.2023 - 06.2025
Senior Manager – Prepress & NPD
EDELMANN PACKAGING GROUP INDIA – BADDI
01.2022 - 02.2023
Dy. Manager – Prepress & NPD
PARKSONS PACKAGING PVT. LTD.
10.2018 - 01.2022
Prepress Manager
ANY GRAPHICS PVT. LTD. – DELHI NCR
02.2017 - 10.2018
Prepress Manager
YORK PRINT PVT. LTD.
03.2016 - 02.2017
Dy. Manager – Prepress
MANOHAR FILAMENTS PVT. LTD.
07.2010 - 03.2016
Prepress / Graphics
PARKSONS PACKAGING LTD. – DAMAN
06.2009 - 07.2010
Prepress / Artwork Professional
UNIQUE PHOTO OFFSET SERVICES – MUMBAI
06.2007 - 06.2009
Graphics / Prepress
SANDHYA PRAKASH LTD. – BHOPAL
04.2001 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Commerce
Bhopal University
MBA - Operations Management
Amity University