Prepress Technician

Job Type

Full-time

Description

About sg360°

sg360° partners with Fortune 1000 brands to pursue unmatched direct marketing performance. We leave no stone unturned in our efforts to drive smarter targeting, stronger messaging and improved ROI. Everything we do - audience analytics, strategic planning, creative development, production and distribution - we do in the pursuit of performance.

When you join us, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, an education assistance program, short- and long-term disability, wellness resources, identity theft protection, and a 401k with employer match. Be part of a legacy of excellence and growth with sg360°!

We are seeking a 1st shift (7am to 3pm), Prepress Technician to join our production team. This role is responsible for preparing customer artwork and files for high-quality print production, ensuring all materials meet specifications and are optimized for plating and press output.

JOB DUTIES:

• Reviews work in progress to determine plating priority, checks press schedule, communicates with incoming shift.
• Preflight incoming files for errors, missing fonts, or other abnormalities.
• Checks incoming files against job specs for color, size, and other order specifications.
• Troubleshoots files that do not RIP correctly and correct if possible.
• Builds impositions from layout.
• Prepares final file for plate making.
• Generates plotter proof from final file and checks against customer supplied proofs for exact match.
• Records and files all customer supplied materials for inventory or return to client.
• Provides secure storage of all customer supplied media.
• Provides digital color proofs or plotters as needed.
• Checks equipment operation for normal function and perform routine maintenance, or request service.
• Prepares folders and other documentation to track and support the operation of the department or specific order.
• Assists in training personnel on equipment and procedures used in electronic prepress.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

JOB SKILLS:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer proficiency (Mac and Microsoft Windows) and technical troubleshooting ability

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Thorough understanding of print production and prepress workflows.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Enfocus Pit Stop, and Impostrip.
• Knowledge of digital output systems, plate processing equipment, and color management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Trade school or vocational training in digital composition, platemaking, graphic arts, or related field preferred
• 2-3 years of prepress experience required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in stripping and/or conventional plate making preferred
• Printing industry experience strongly preferred
• Customer service experience is a plus

SG360° is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. SG360° does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

SG360° will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process, in accordance with applicable laws. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please contact the location to which you are applying and ask to speak with the Human Resources representative.

Salary Description

$28-$31/hour