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Lahlouh, Inc · 2 months ago

Prepress Operator

Monroe, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Lahlouh, Inc is focused on solving end-to-end supply chain problems, providing high-quality business communications solutions. The Prepress Operator prepares files for printing on various surfaces and ensures that images and text are ready for production across multiple media types.

AdvertisingConsultingHuman ResourcesMarketing

Responsibilities

Analyze files provided by clients or in-house design teams and assess suitability for printing, checking,and double-checking critical aspects of images and text

Troubleshoot and fix file issues, including alignment, color, exposure, clarity, grain and other imageand typography problems, as well as manipulating for bleed and binding

Create proofs for client or design team review, making needed adjustments in response to feedback,then cheerfully and meticulously creating new proofs until final design is approved

Double-check proofs for quality, including clarity and alignment, before beginning a print run

Convert approved image files for use with digital printing equipment or digital plate preparation

Maintain tidiness of work area, including keeping computers and printing equipment clean and in goodrepair

Perform light maintenance of equipment, including software updates and replacement of consumable supplies as needed

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuitePrepress OperationsMS ExcelXMPieHeidelberg PrinectColor TheoryTypographyCustomer ServiceTroubleshootingTeamwork

Required

Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a Prepress Operator in a commercial printing environment

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Working knowledge MS Excel

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Highly motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to work in a team environment

Analyze files provided by clients or in-house design teams and assess suitability for printing, checking, and double-checking critical aspects of images and text

Troubleshoot and fix file issues, including alignment, color, exposure, clarity, grain and other image and typography problems, as well as manipulating for bleed and binding

Create proofs for client or design team review, making needed adjustments in response to feedback, then cheerfully and meticulously creating new proofs until final design is approved

Double-check proofs for quality, including clarity and alignment, before beginning a print run

Convert approved image files for use with digital printing equipment or digital plate preparation

Maintain tidiness of work area, including keeping computers and printing equipment clean and in good repair

Perform light maintenance of equipment, including software updates and replacement of consumable supplies as needed