PreMedia - Operator

Job Summary:

Responsible for preparing customer-supplied digital files for printing by ensuring all files are accurately formatted and ready for production, utilizing software on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.

Report To:

Prepress Supervisor

Direct Report:

None

Lean Expectations (Each employment anniversary year):

• Participate in at least two hours of educational experience(s) such as job shadowing, technical skills training, cross training, webinars, seminars, Lean networking tours, etc.
• Perform/maintain prepress 5S duties.
• Implement at least one improvement idea.

Responsibilities:

• Read job tickets as well as all notes and instructions (customer notes, digital paperwork, etc.).
• Review and prepare digital files for printing.
• Ensure all files are correctly formatted and ready for production.
• Prepare imposition layouts for printing.
• Create proofs for customer approval.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the prepress process.
• Work directly with CSR's and production staff.
• Maintain all equipment related to department.
• Ensure all projects meet the highest quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Maintain digital paperwork.
• Review prepress dashboard daily for job priority.
• Assist in the development and implementation of prepress procedures.
• Follow all required safety procedures.
• General sweeping and cleaning of respective work area and department.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Job Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Macintosh and/or Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with printing processes and file preparation.
• Proficiency in prepress software such as Adobe Creative Suite, and RIP software.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively without direct supervision.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Experience with imposition and preflight checks.
• Previous experience or education in Graphic Arts or related field.

Working knowledge of the following software:

• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Enfocus PitStop
• OneVision Asura
• Kodak Prinergy Workflow including Preps Imposition
• Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally 0-2.5 hours, Frequently 2.5-5 hours, Constantly over 5 hours