Prepress Specialist

At American Printing Company, we are seeking a highly skilled Prepress Technician to join our team. As a key member of our prepress department, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality output of customer projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify job tickets and supplied samples to guarantee accurate completion of projects
• Review customer documents to determine necessary adjustments
• Ensure correct layout of imposed pages within press, bindery, and paper limitations
• Process variable data files and customer files, including layouts, fonts, and images
• Submit final proofs for customer review and approval, consulting with the Project Manager as needed
• Implement quality control measures to ensure adherence to manufacturing procedures
• Maintain equipment, including calibration and cleaning
• Organize files in a logical and accessible manner
• Develop technical knowledge and provide instruction to customers on prepress software
• Cross-train on various job functions within pre-press, including page processing, imposition, variable data, proofing, and platemaking

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade/vocational school preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in prepress and/or a graphic arts related position
• Experience in the Print Industry preferred
• Supervisory experience a plus
• Knowledge of color management and e-commerce a plus
• Strong knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Ability to distinguish colors and perform basic arithmetic
• Knowledge of printing papers, characteristics, and uses
• Knowledge of offset printing process and finishing techniques
• Ability to apply problem-solving skills in a team and individual setting
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• PC and MAC computer competency
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Knowledge of Pitstop Professional, Kodak Prinergy, and Preps a plus