What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Press Tech position at Innomark Communications?
We're looking for talented individuals to join our team! Join INNOMARK and become a part of developing, producing, and delivering impactful Visual Marketing solutions for 100 well-known brands and retailers. INNOMARK delivers Visual Marketing solutions that attract attention, engage shoppers, and convert sales. Our mission is to create retail experiences that connect brands and consumers through effective visual communication. In-house design, engineering, printing, manufacturing, and fulfillment guarantee excellence from concept to completion. Visit www.innomarkcom.com to learn more about our work, history, and culture.
Job Summary:
A Prepress Operator is responsible for preparing digital files for printing by ensuring they meet all technical requirements for press production. This role involves file inspection, layout correction, color management, and outputting proofs and printing plates or digital files to ensure high-quality print results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review, preflight, and correct digital files submitted for print production (PDFs, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
- Prepare files for printing by adjusting layout, resolution, color profiles, bleed, and trim
- Operate prepress software and hardware such as RIP software, imposition tools, and plate setters
- Generate proofs for customer approval (digital or hard copy)
- Create and impose printing plates (for offset) or prepare files for digital presses
- Maintain quality standards and ensure files are error-free before press
- Troubleshoot prepress issues and communicate with designers, clients, and production staff
- Archive completed projects and manage the file systems
- Perform regular maintenance on prepress equipment
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or certification in graphic design or print production is a plus
- 2 years of experience in a prepress or print production environment
- Strong understanding of printing processes (offset, digital, large format)
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
- Experience with RIP software, imposition tools, and plate-making systems
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects
BENEFITS start on DAY 1 of Hire:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
Innomark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. .