Prepress Technician

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners?  We are 100% employee owned!  Smartpress is a fast-growing online printing service, disrupting the traditional printing industry one innovation at a time. Our customers love us (seriously, google Smartpress reviews) and we love them right back, providing an easy online experience, high-quality printed products and world-class customer service. Not to mention our commitment to eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials (“smart” is in our name, after all).

We are looking for a Prepress Technician to join our Small Format team. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world class products to our customers. 

The Prepress team is growing by leaps and bounds. It is composed of many different centers of excellence. Ranging from prep, storefront portals, variable direct mail, layout, graphic design, and color. All combined as one team influencing our business and providing state-of-the-art solutions for our customers.

If you're looking for a dynamic high velocity day, and thrive being part of a nimble team with continual opportunities to learn and grow this may be the perfect fit for you.

Shift Available: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (This position requires onsite presence at our Chanhassen, MN facility, with the potential to be remote 1-2 days per week)

A variety of these traits will help land you this job. If you have:

• an High School degree or GED, required
• prior prepress experience for print production 
• large format and mailing experience, a plus
• proficient knowledge in the use of Adobe products used for premedia setup

On top of that you must:

• pay close attention to details to complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting Company quality standards
• have strong computer skills, including Adobe Creative Suite and Google suite
• be self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• have the ability to work independently, make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively and creatively
• apply effective time management and self-management skills
• understand and maintain the confidential nature of company, employee and customer information

In this position, you will:

• ensure that files and layouts contain the necessary components; checks colors and ensure they match the desired end product; checks file resolution.
• prepare files to match the original art design.
• prepare and check files to assure that they are printable; ensures files are imposed and stepped up to maximize yield of specified substrate and print device.
• document, name files correctly, and rip files (converts to a format that printers can use) while ensuring colors are handled correctly.
• use computers and systems (including hardware and software) to set up functions, enter data or process information.
• follow all TBG protocol and procedures according to company standards.
• use excellent interpersonal communication skills and is able to work with a variety of people and personalities to ensure high levels of internal and external customer service.
• perform other duties as assigned by management.

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.  Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and teams
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 900-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN

Compensation Range: $49,400 to $56,160 annually

*Range reflects our good-faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits Overview:

The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee-Owned
  • 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

What, still want more? We have it.

• A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side
• We have fun!

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process.  We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail.  It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider. 

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence, and are interested in joining the TBG team, please click 'Apply' to submit your application.

Thanks!
The Bernard Group, Inc.