Pre-Press Commercial Print Technician

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• Engages current Commercial Customers as needed to ensure pre & post press requirements for printing, packaging, mailing and shipping meet the customer’s needs and expectations and assist with any new needs the customer may have.
• Active in Commercial Sales, making calls and arranging in-person meetings with potential web & digital print customers to increase our client base. These duties will be shared with the Commercial Print Manager.
• Assist Prepress & Commercial Print Manager – Acting as a backup to cover current managers’ PTO and when sales calls are being made.
• Assist in digital printing operations and maintaining Konica digital printers.
• Proof new commercial print publications on press start-ups assuring folios, dates, page sequencing, advertising and editorial content is complete and meets customers’ expectations.
• Assist with invoicing commercial & digital customers assuring customer charges are correct before invoices are sent out to the customer.
• Review customer files for technical issues (fonts, bleeds, color profiles, resolution, etc.) and make necessary adjustments.
• Output press‑ready PDFs and digital proofs according to production specifications.
• Operate and maintain prepress software and RIP systems (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, Fiery).
• Perform basic graphic design tasks such as resizing ads, updating text or images, or creating simple layouts.

• Part Time Pre‑Press 25 Hrs. / Wk.

Hours M‑F 12:00pm – 5:00pm

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Basic understanding of print production processes (CMYK vs. RGB, bleeds, resolution, paper types, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to catch layout or color inconsistencies.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment and manage multiple projects.

• Associate’s degree or certificate in Graphic Design, Print Technology, or related field.
• Moderate to advanced proficiency with computers; comfortable learning new software and workflows.
• Experience with prepress or digital printing software (e.g., RIPs, imposition tools).
• Familiarity with proofing standards and color management workflows.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. (paper, materials, etc.).
• Standard production or office environment.