Prepress Operator

Job Title:

Prepress Operator Location:

South Plainfield, NJ Type:

Direct Hire Compensation:

$70,000 annually

Contractor Work Model:

Onsite Hours:

Evening shift (typically 3:00 PM-11:30 PM , includes 30-minute unpaid) About the role: Join a fast-paced commercial print and direct mail operation supporting national clients. This position is ideal for a hands-on prepress professional who can manage multiple files/jobs at once, troubleshoot production issues, and collaborate closely with production and other internal teams to ensure accurate, on-time output.

Key responsibilities:

Prepare customer files for production and ensure print-ready accuracy Create, output, and distribute digital color proofs for client approval Perform minor type/text edits as requested Execute layouts, imposition , and file set-up for press Run and support server-based prepress workflows (RIP/trap) per internal SOPs Output proofs, impose jobs, and image plates Partner with internal teams to meet tight turnaround and quality standards Additional duties as assigned Required experience & qualifications: 5+ years of recent commercial print prepress experience (must be current/recent—not freelance or design-only backgrounds) Strong proficiency with layouts and imposition Experience with at least one of the following prepress/workflow systems (required): Xitron Sierra / Sierra Kodak Prinergy EFI Apogee Fuji XMF Working knowledge of both Mac and Windows desktop publishing environments Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under deadlines

Preferred:

Variable data / VDP exposure; XMPie experience is a plus (not required)

Benefits:

401(k) with 3% company match Medical, dental, vision, life insurance PTO and paid holidays Benefits eligible after 60 days #M1

Ref:

#562-Joule Staffing - Edison