Digital Prepress Technician

Digital Prepress Technician HIT Promotional - 3.0 Largo, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Design file preparation for print Regulatory compliance Color management Mid-level 3 years High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Graphic design software Quality control Quality inspection Cleaning Quality assurance within manufacturing Production records Routine maintenance projects

Full Job Description Position Overview:

The Digital Prepress Technician is responsible for operations and duties in production, including converting supplied artwork into print ready files using Adobe Suite applications. As a Digital Prepress Technician, responsibilities include color correct artwork and consult with customer service reps on various projects status, reworking customers files for print using latest software, and build impositions.

Essential Job Functions:

Prepare artwork files for customer approval. Incorporate all press specifications in files including marks, registration, gain curves, and profiles, to achieve press matches. Follow standard operating procedures for the use of graphic programs. Clean and perform routine maintenance on all presses. Assist in preparing spec sheets and set-up sheets for ink. Step and repeat final art files using - Esko's imposition software. Perform all quality checks per work instructions. Assist with on-line and off-line press checks as needed. Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. Make color modifications and update the Press and Art dept. Log and record operational data on MIS. Ink drawdowns for all orders. Maintains product safety, legality, regulatory compliance, and quality systems. Report all potential safety concerns to the Quality Assurance Manager and any potential food safety, legality, or quality concerns to the Plant Manager or Quality personnel. Follow all documented Good Manufacturing Practices. Must follow all company policies and procedures. Perform all other job duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Graphic Arts background is preferred. 3 years+ experience as Prepress Operator. High school diploma or equivalent or technical certificate. 3-4 years in the print industry. Experience working with Esko, PDF, Photoshop/Illustrator, and ArtPro. Possess good trapping skills. Color management experience. File management experience.

Other Skills/Abilities:

Great work ethic and welcomes working overtime.

Physical Demands:

Standing and seated for extended periods of time.

Disclaimer NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.