What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress Operator position at MBI Direct Mail + Digital?
A Prepress Operator plays a crucial role in the printing and publishing industry. This position involves preparing digital files for print production. Prepress operators are responsible for ensuring that files meet the necessary technical specifications and are properly formatted for different types of printing presses.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare digital artwork and files for printing, ensuring they meet the specifications required for different print processes (offset and digital).
Check for issues such as color discrepancies, incorrect resolution, or improper file sizes.
Generate and review proofs for accuracy, color consistency, and layout issues before the final print run.
Use software like Adobe Creative and specialized prepress to make the necessary adjustments to files.
Handle tasks such as color separation, imposition, and ensuring fonts and images are embedded or properly linked.
Organize and maintain digital files, ensuring that all necessary assets (fonts, images, logos, etc.) are available and correctly linked in the files.
Quality Control:
Perform quality checks to ensure that files are properly formatted for different print mediums, including checking for issues like pixelation, color shifts, and layout misalignments.
Communicate with production teams if need be issues with possible files.
Skills Required:
- Technical skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other industry-standard prepress software.
- Attention to detail: Ability to identify even the smallest issues in artwork files before they go to print.
- Color management: Understanding of color theory and how to manage color consistency across various devices.
- Problem-solving: Ability to troubleshoot and solve issues related to file formatting, resolution, or color.
- Time management: Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Communication: Clear communication with designers, clients, and production teams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19
