Pre-Press Technician

Job Summary

Prepress Technician is an hourly position that reports to the Prepress Manager and is responsible for the accuracy of completed electronic file output to production.

• Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of Kodak Prinergy workflow or equivalent.
• Knowledge of printing terminology and practices.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Basic computer skills (email, word processing, etc.).
• Pass color vision test.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Reliability and dependability with good attendance.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Knowledge of color principles and correcting skills.
• Quality inspection skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and positive attitude.
• High personal integrity with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail.

• This job description does not state or imply it is the only duties performed; employees will follow other job‑related instructions as required by law.
• All job requirements are subject to reasonable modifications for individuals with disabilities.

• Follow production workflow to produce high volumes of work in Prepress using high‑end equipment.
• Prepare electronic files for high‑resolution output, including assembly, color correcting, retouching, and color separation.
• Refine, trap, and inspect files.
• Impose files for output.
• Output and inspect proofs and/or plates for accuracy and quality.
• Check proofs, plates, and equipment for linearity and make adjustments as needed.
• Maintain equipment in the Prepress department as needed.
• Load materials into output devices.
• Quality inspect all electronic output such as proofs and plates.
• Perform related job duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot problems that occur during the job submission process.
• Evaluate output and make adjustments to obtain a desired level of image quality.
• Consult with customer service to evaluate individual project needs.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Requires sitting at a computer for 8 or more hours per day.
• Requires visual acuity to operate a computer, read a computer screen, read policies, and read manuals.

• Mostly office environment, some exposure to shop noise.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of prepress production experience required.

The pay range for this position is $30.00-$35.00 per hour and is eligible for an annual bonus. Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical (PPO and HDHP with HSA), dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with employer match, short/long term disability, life insurance, health care and dependent care flexible spending, EAP, commuter benefits, education assistance, pet insurance, legal, and more.

Giesecke+Devrient ePayments America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity