Midstates Group

Pre-Press Technician

Midstates Group Aberdeen, SD

Pre-PressTechnician

Job Located in Aberdeen, SD

Summary

This technical position is responsible for digital file manipulation in preparation for final printing. The job includes complete preflight operations, digital proofing, hard copy proofing, file ripping and imposition. Limited design and layout duties are performed in conjunction with the pre-press procedures.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Preflight all digital files to ensure that the files are accurate, complete and ready for imposition
  • Perform and digital file manipulation
  • Prepare digital files for imposition, file ripping or CTP outputting
  • Perform quality and accuracy inspection of digital and hard copy proofs
  • Perform routine systems and file maintenance in accordance with guidelines set by the department manager
  • Perform basic graphic design and layout duties in conjunction with the pre-press procedures or as needed
  • Advise and assist the department manager in developing and administering department operational procedures and policies
  • Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and department goals
  • Archive all jobs
  • Monitor soft-proofing site

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are a representation of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

  • Extensive knowledge of the graphic arts processes and equipment, as well as the offset printing process
  • Extensive knowledge of the software used to perform the duties of the job (esp. Apogee, Quark Xpress, Adobe CS)
  • Excellent organization and follow-through skills
  • Excellent mathematical skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and care of accuracy
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to carry out multi-task projects simultaneously
  • Regular and consistent attendance

Education And/or Experience

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Communications, Computer Science or related field; or 3 or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply basic math concepts (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Physical and Working Conditions

The job is performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to large equipment, noise, and materials related to the printing process. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

  • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to occasionally bend, stoop or kneel
  • Ability to use hands and arms to type, reach, handle or feel
  • Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Benefits:

Comprehensive Health Insurance Coverage -Our employees enjoy a comprehensive healthcare program offered by a trusted health insurance agency.

Pre-Tax Dollars Help with Insurance Premiums -Employees can have insurance premiums deducted from their pay before state and federal taxes are deducted from their paychecks reducing their taxable income and making insurance coverage even more affordable.

Affordable Dental & Vision Coverage -Our dental plan offers 100% diagnostic and preventative services while our vision plan offers low-cost co-pays.

Paid Time Off -To help our employees maintain a healthy work/lifebalance our employees enjoy six paid holidays each year and the ability to accrue additional time off each pay period.

Short Term & Long-Term Disability -We provide access to short term and long-term disability coverage.

401-K Retirement Plan -After 90 days of full-time employment employees become eligible for our 401-K Retirement Plan.

Life Insurance -We provide all employees working 30 or more hours per week free life insurance. Additional life insurance is also offered to all employees.

Employee Discounts -Employees enjoy a 20% discount of retail items and printing at Quality Quick Print.

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  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Internet Publishing

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