Prepress Operator

Lahlouh • Burlingame, CA • 3h ago

Lahlouh's business model is built on solving end to end supply chain problems not simply processing transactional print orders. Lahlouh is a partner that focuses on developing collaborative, comprehensive solutions that endeavor to meet all the communication needs of our clients' dynamic and evolving marketplaces.

Lahlouh's mission is to provide the highest quality, most cost-effective business communications solutions available.

Lahlouh's Core capabilities include:

Dynamic digital print - Fulfillment / Distribution logistics

Sheet-fed offset print - Packaging Design

Mailing - Marketing promotions

Full-service bindery and assembly - Promotions

Online Solutions

Position: Prepress Operator

Reports to: Prepress Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Prepress

Location/Shift: Burlingame, CA / 2nd Shift

Essential Function:

The Prepress Operator prepares files to ensure that images and text are ready to be printed on various surfaces for many different medias to include Offset printing, Digital Large Format, Digital Variable Print, Direct Mail Campaigns, Packaging, Promotions, etc.

Experience:

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

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Working knowledge MS Excel

Knowledge of XMPie, Heidelberg Prinect workflow a plus

Knowledge of design, color theory and typography a plus

Printing and binding experience a plus

Job Duties and General Expectations:

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 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

Salary:

$30.00/hr - $40.00/hr

Lahlouh

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