What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress Operator / Sample Coordinator (Hybrid) position at Arandell?
What to Expect:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Sample Coordinator / Prepress Operator to join our team. This hybrid role combines prepress file preparation and hand-bound sample creation, ensuring quality print projects and customer satisfaction.
What You’ll Do:
- Prepress File Preparation: Receive, review, and adjust digital files (color, resolution, layout) to meet print specifications and quality standards using industry-standard software (Adobe Creative Suite, PREPS, imposition software).
- Conduct preflight checks and collaborate with production to resolve file and printing issues.
- Plate Making: Generate printing plates using CTP technology and monitor plate quality. Maintain accurate records of job specifications and adjustments.
- Hand-Bound Sample Creation: Read and understand press/bindery run sheets. Collect materials and assemble hand-bound samples using hand stitchers, inline stitchers, and a shrink wrapper.
- Inspect samples for print defects, color matching, and overall quality. Buff, polish, and improve sample appearance.
- Collaborate with clients, customer service, and team members.
- Provide technical guidance on file preparation and printing.
- Conduct regular maintenance on prepress and sample preparation equipment.
- Notify supervisors of equipment maintenance needs, quality issues, and low supplies.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
- Operate a pallet jack.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 5 years of experience in the printing industry, including prepress, press, and/or bindery experience.
- Proficiency in industry-standard prepress software (Adobe Creative Suite, PREPS).
- Knowledge of printing processes and techniques.
- Strong attention to detail, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
What We Offer:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- 10 paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance policy
- 3% 401(K) company contribution
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement
- TelaDoc services
- Temperature controlled environment
- Referral and Sign-on Bonus available for eligible employees
Arandell is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. Arandell does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Arandell also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories.
