Digital Print Production Technician

Position Overview / Summary

• Please review the responsibilities and requirements of the role before applying
• This is an overnight position -100% onsite only
• The Digital Print Production Technician is a key member of the web press production team, responsible for preparing all digital files—including ads, editorial pages, images, and special sections—for high-volume print production.

This role ensures artwork meets technical specifications, is accurately processed through RIP workflows, and is plate-ready according to production schedules. The operator maintains file organization, color accuracy, and quality standards while supporting pressroom operations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities File Preparation & Workflow Preflight, prepare, and process digital files using industry-standard pre-press software. Ensure correct color profiles, resolution, bleeds, trims, fonts, and other technical requirements. Impose pages for web press layouts, including pagination, plate breaks, and press configurations. Release jobs through RIP systems and coordinate with pagination and editorial teams. Produce low-resolution PDFs for approval and high-resolution PDFs for plating. Quality Control Review pages for errors, image issues, color accuracy, sizing, and missing elements. Confirm all ad and editorial content meets print specifications. Technical Support & Troubleshooting Resolve RIP errors, font and file issues, missing images, and color anomalies. Work with press operators to address output and press-related issues. Maintain organized digital assets, backups, and file-naming standards. Plant Coordination & Maintenance Communicate with editorial, advertising, production, and pressroom teams to meet deadlines. Manage multiple job queues and support press start-up and plate sequencing. Maintain ICC profiles, RIP presets, imposition templates, and workflow documentation. Skills & Qualifications Technical Requirements 2-5+ years of pre-press experience in a newspaper, magazine, or high-volume web press environment preferred. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and pre-press workflow tools. Strong knowledge of CMYK color theory, newsprint standards, and plate-making workflows. Experience with RIP systems, FTP transfers, and networked production environments. Core Competencies Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities. Effective problem-solving and cross-department communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Physical Requirements Ability to lift plates weighing approximately 20-30 lbs. Comfortable working in a production/pressroom environment. Work Schedule Full-time evening/overnight position with flexibility to cover vacations and peak production periods.

Pay:

$17.50 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person