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Miller Zell · 7 hours ago

Prepress Operator

Miller Zell is a company seeking a Prepress Operator to oversee graphic production activities at their Atlanta office. The role involves training staff, managing digital file preparation for print production, and ensuring adherence to quality standards and company policies.

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Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with other production managers to ensure sufficient supervisory presence in the plant at all times
Assigns specific duties as needed to individual personnel or temp workers, organizing the efficient flow of materials and work through the plant
Preflight client artwork to determine accuracy, omissions, or additional requirements
Takes the high-resolution files and creates the digital image to the client specifications
Creates and impose press form for hard/soft proofs, print and finishing procedures
Maintains accuracy of assigned color profiles and file optimization
Maintains and archives digital files for storage
Artistic Sensibility and Technical Skill are desired
Trains and supports the staff in their work, clarifying procedures, coaching them to higher levels of success and capacity. Educates them on all aspects of their work including time sheets, work orders, load tickets, pallet labels, scheduling, QA procedures, among others
Reinforces the goals of quality and increased productivity with all staff through positive reinforcement and a commitment to teaching others
Interprets and enforces company policies and safety regulations
Educates staff on proper interpretation of job orders and assigns to production personnel
Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules
Continually monitors all operations and activities to ensure quality standards are met
Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality
Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems
Understands and can perform activities of workers supervised
Checks product for accuracy, quality issues, conformity with work order objectives
Reads and understands fully the work order and description of work to be completed
Determines what functions are required according to the written work order
Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment
Supports the staff in their work, clarifying procedures, coaching them to higher levels of success and capacity. Educates them on all aspects of their work including time sheets, work orders, load tickets, pallet labels, scheduling, QA procedures, among others

Qualification

Color managementPrepress software proficiencyDigital printing experienceG7 Color ManagementWork planningTeam leadershipCoaching skillsCommunication skillsOrganization skills

Required

Knowledge of both Windows and MAC based software programs (Prinergy, Preps, Adobe Suites, MS Office, E-Pace, Printflow, etc.)
Good verbal and written communication skills
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a digital & screen-printing environment is required
Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with color management tools is helpful
Knowledge of G-7 Color Management is a plus
Experience with ColorGate or Fiery XF RIPs is a plus
Experience with Inca or Vutek digital presses is a plus
Must have strong skills in work planning, scheduling, organization and discipline
Must have good judgment of color, design, and printing quality
Must have a strong ability to coach and lead a team of workers with a collaborative approach to problem solving

Preferred

Artistic Sensibility and Technical Skill are desired

Company

Miller Zell

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Miller Zell is a specialists in retail store design and development.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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David D. Seem
EVP CFO
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Franklin Villamar
Chief Financial Officer
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