Prepress Operator

The Prepress Operator is responsible for the overall production of digital data as supplied by customers or created within the department for the purpose of supporting the digital workflow necessary to create the plates used in the printing process.

Pay Range: $24.00 - $28.00 DOE

What You'll Do On The A-team

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

File Preparation

• Receive and review digital files from clients or internal teams.
• Ensure that files meet print specifications and quality standards.
• Make necessary adjustments to layout to optimize files for printing.
  
  

Software Proficiency

• Utilize industry-standard software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), PREPS, and other prepress applications.
• Work with imposition software to arrange pages for printing and ensure proper pagination.
  
  

Quality Control

• Conduct preflight checks to identify and resolve potential issues with files before printing.
• Collaborate with the production team to address any concerns related to file quality and printing processes.
  
  

Plate Making

• Generate printing plates using computer-to-plate (CTP) technology.
• Monitor plate quality and troubleshoot any plate-related issues.
  
  

Communication

• Collaborate with clients, customer service, and other team members to clarify project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on file preparation and printing capabilities.
  
  

Equipment Maintenance

• Conduct regular maintenance on prepress equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and address minor technical issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
  
  

Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of job specifications, adjustments made, and any issues encountered during the prepress process.
  
  

What You'll Need

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of Digital Premedia experience with Prinergy, Preps, and Offset Platemaking preferred.
• Knowledge of printing processes and techniques.
• Must be proficient in current Adobe software including Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard prepress software and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Periodic sitting.
• Recurring use of computers, including typing.
• Frequently it is required to talk or listen.
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
  
  

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
  
  

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.