What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress Technician position at Westendorf Printing?
As a Prepress Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring that client files are production-ready, accurately prepared, and meet our high-quality standards. Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing electronic files received from clients for completeness and accuracy before plate production.
- Using desktop publishing software to manipulate print job formats to align with paper dimensions.
- Determining page layouts, accounting for folds, trims, bleeds, and gripper requirements; adding crop marks and color bars as needed.
- Identifying and resolving missing or problematic components by collaborating with Customer Service Representatives, clients, and production personnel.
- Preparing and loading customer-supplied electronic files for production.
- Creating color proofs for customer review, as necessary.
- Imposing images and operating CTP plate-making equipment to prepare plates for press.
- Creating imposition for a large format digital press.
- Performing quality checks on finished plates before releasing them to manufacturing.
Qualifications
- 3-4 years of Mac experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of process color; color correction and proofing experience are a plus.
- Experience with Accuzip or other direct mail software is a plus.
- Advanced skills in color management and working with digital file formats (PDF, TIFF, EPS) across Mac and PC operating systems.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite is required.
- Experience in EnFocus Switch software a plus
- Experience with imposition software (e.g., Quite Imposition) is highly desirable.
- Variable data creation and editing skills are a plus.
- Knowledge of offset printing processes and ability to output digital files to various output devices.
- Commitment to learning and utilizing new graphics software as technologies evolve.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay range: $24 - $28 per hour, based on education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, and location.
- Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Disability insurance
- Overtime opportunities (depending on the role)
Join Our Team
If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company that values innovation and quality, we encourage you to apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 5x8
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to Relocate:
- Dayton, OH 45424: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $26