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Prepress Operator

sg360°
Wheeling, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2025 CLOSED ON 1/1/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress Operator position at sg360°?

Description:

About sg360°

sg360° partners with Fortune 1000 brands to pursue unmatched direct marketing performance. We leave no stone unturned in our efforts to drive smarter targeting, stronger messaging and improved ROI. Everything we do - audience analytics, strategic planning, creative development, production and distribution - we do in the pursuit of performance.

When you join us, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, an education assistance program, short- and long-term disability, wellness resources, identity theft protection, and a 401k with employer match. Be part of a legacy of excellence and growth with sg360°!

We are seeking a 3rd shift prepress operator who is responsible for preparing files for proofing, imposition and plating.


JOB DUTIES:

  • Reviews work in progress to determine plating priority, checks press schedule, communicates with incoming shift.
  • Preflight incoming files for errors, missing fonts, or other abnormalities.
  • Checks incoming files against job specs for color, size, and other order specifications.
  • Troubleshoots files that do not RIP correctly and correct if possible.
  • Builds impositions from layout.
  • Prepares final file for plate making.
  • Generates plotter proof from final file and checks against customer supplied proofs for exact match.
  • Records and files all customer supplied materials for inventory or return to client.
  • Provides secure storage of all customer supplied media.
  • Provides digital color proofs or plotters as needed.
  • Checks equipment operation for normal function and perform routine maintenance, or request service.
  • Prepares folders and other documentation to track and support the operation of the department or specific order.
  • Assists in training personnel on equipment and procedures used in electronic prepress.
  • Assists in the housekeeping of the department.
  • Other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements:

JOB SKILLS:

  • Average English oral and written communication skills and math skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, details, and print related documentation.
  • Above Average computer skills.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge of materials used in prepress operations and product output.
  • Understanding of printing process, and inline finishing, and press equipment capabilities.
  • Knowledge of plate processing equipment.
  • Knowledge of Mac computer equipment, Adobe Creative suite, Prinergy and Preps.
  • Equipment capabilities of prepress department and pressroom.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows.

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

Completion of trade or vocational school training in digital composition/platemaking preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Two to three years of experience in prepress required.

SG360° is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. SG360° does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

SG360° will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process, in accordance with applicable laws. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please contact the location to which you are applying and ask to speak with the Human Resources representative.

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