Prepress Technician - 2nd Shift

Prepress Technician

Bring designs to life! We're looking for a detail-driven Prepress Technician to ensure every project is press-ready, color-perfect, and delivered with precision from screen to print.

A Prepress Technician prepares client files for press layouts and final print production. Create layouts using Kodak Preps software for jobs as they are produced on designated presses. Use plate setter to image plates as the press schedule dictates on a day to day basis. Edit files using Adobe Acrobat and Adobe InDesign based on client and internal requests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Image plates according to job specifications
• Read and understand a job ticket as it applies to Prepress and Print Production
• Create/build layouts for jobs running on specific presses
• Prioritize what needs to be done based on the schedule on a daily basis
• Edit customer files as requested/needed
• Create Pdfs for customer approval
• Output proofs using large format ink jet proofers
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to keep machines running.
• Provide written communication regarding job issues to the department

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera's philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• Experience in Prepress or Graphic Arts related preferred but not required
• Effective communications skills with other departments such as Customer Service and Pressroom
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Temperature-Controlled Work Environment
• Advancement Opportunities
• 8 Hour Shifts (Occasional Overtime)
• Relocation Assistance Available

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.