Pre-Press Operator (2nd Shift)
Primary responsibility is Prepress Mac file production for offset printed products including: packaging, saddlestitch and perfectbind books, menus, diecut/foil/emboss items and all other general commercial work. Candidate must have a well-rounded knowledge of the entire print production process, strong verbal and written communication skills, maintain high quality standards and be detail oriented.
Job Duties
- Perform work as assigned by Prepress Manager. This includes:
- Application file prep
- Make plates
- Trim and QC proofs
- Use Adobe Suite products daily, especially InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
- Use Prepress software/impostion (i.e. Kodak Prinergy/Preps)
- Communicate well. Respond to questions and provide support to others in Prepress, outside departments and clients in a professional manner
- Make suggestions to improve processes and reduce mistakes
- Observe that proper quality control procedures are being followed
- Keep department clean and organized
Schedule
Monday – Friday 2pm to 10pm with overtime and Saturday rotation as needed.
Position Structure:
The Prepress Operator reports directly to the Prepress Manager