What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress Operator position at Allen-Bailey Tag & Label, Inc.?
Company Overview
Allen-Bailey Tag & Label, Inc. specializes in producing high-quality, heavy-duty custom tags and labels tailored to meet the diverse needs of industrial, agricultural, hospitality, service, and retail markets. With over a century of experience in the print industry, the company is dedicated to delivering exceptional expertise and customer service in every project.
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Prepress Operator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for all prepress production activities including typesetting, artwork layout, plate making, die specification updates, proof preparation, and coordination with manufacturing, customer service, and sales. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Prepress Production & Plate Work
- Perform cutting, platemaking, sticky-backing, and preparation of flexographic plates for production.
- Pull repeat plates and maintain organized plate files for tag and label operations.
- Prepare, make-up, and process plates for printing operations.
- Perform stripping, color separations, and negative/film preparation when required.
Typesetting & Artwork
- Perform typesetting and arrange art layouts according to job specifications.
- Retrieve customer artwork from the internet or provided files.
- Update dies and create specifications for new dies.
- Update and file specification sheets as needed.
Proofing & Customer Interaction
- Prepare and send digital or physical proofs to customers for approval.
- Send weekly proof-approval reminders to the sales team.
- Check return bags for changes to specifications and update/process accordingly.
Coordination & Support
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Sales, and Customer Service to coordinate production activities and resolve issues.
- Assist with promotions or special projects for customer service and sales when needed.
- Ensure proper reporting of production and time data.
Join us as a Prepress Operator and be part of a team committed to precision craftsmanship and innovative print solutions. Your expertise will help us uphold our reputation for quality while supporting the growth of our diverse customer base.
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20