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sg360

Prepress Technician

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$28 - $31/hr

We leave no stone unturned in our efforts to drive smarter targeting, stronger messaging and ... We are seeking a 1st shift (7am to 3pm), Prepress Technicianto join our production team. This role ...

sg360

Prepress Technician

Wheeling, IL

$19.25 - $25.75/hr

We leave no stone unturned in our efforts to drive smarter targeting, stronger messaging and ... We are seeking a 1st shift (7am to 3pm), Prepress Technician to join our production team. This role ...

LPC

Prepress Manager

Decatur, IL

$65K - $90K/yr

LPC Visual in Dallas has 40 Team Members and is a designer and manufacturer of a wide variety of ... THE ROLE Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Prepress Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for ...

DS Containers

Prepress Photoshop Specialist

Batavia, IL · On-site

$28 - $36/hr

A Photoshop prepress specialist ensures the accurate preparation of images for print. This role ... Optimize artwork for color separations perform image retouching, masking, and color correction in ...

MakeStickers

Digital Prepress Specialist

Tinley Park, IL · On-site +1

$23/hr

We're a high-volume, digital print production company specializing in stickers, labels, pouches and ... The Role You'll join our Prepress team and focus on digitally pre-flighting stickers and posters as ...

FastSigns

Prepress Graphic Designer

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

FASTSIGNS of Gurnee is a leader in custom signage and visual communication solutions, providing high-quality designs and printed products to businesses of all sizes. We are looking for a Prepress ...

Giesecke+Devrient

Pre-Press Technician

Lemont, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Follow production workflow to produce high volumes of work in Prepress, using high end equipment. * Prepare electronic files for high resolution output including assembly, color correcting ...

Giesecke+Devrient

Pre-Press Technician

Lemont, IL

$18.75 - $25/hr

Follow production workflow to produce high volumes of work in Prepress, using high end equipment. * Prepare electronic files for high resolution output including assembly, color correcting ...

Mittera Group

Display Production Technician

Berkeley, IL · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) for dye sublimation prepress, file preflight, and PDF preparation * Understanding of color management and output requirements ...

Mittera

Display Production Technician

Berkeley, IL · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) for dye sublimation prepress, file preflight, and PDF preparation * Understanding of color management and output requirements ...

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Prepress Technician

Prepress Technician

sg360

Wheeling, IL • On-site

$28 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
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 1st shift (7am to 3pm), Prepress Technicianto join our production team. This role is responsible for preparing customer artwork and files for high-quality print production, ensuring all materials meet specifications and are optimized for plating and press output.
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.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements
JOB SKILLS:
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced computer proficiency (Mac and Microsoft Windows) and technical troubleshooting ability

JOB KNOWLEDGE:
  • Thorough understanding of print production and prepress workflows.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Enfocus PitStop, and Impostrip.
  • Knowledge of digital output systems, plate processing equipment, and color management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
  • Trade school or vocational training in digital composition, platemaking, graphic arts, or related field preferred
  • 2-3 years of prepress experience required
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in stripping and/or conventional plate making preferred
  • Printing industry experience strongly preferred
  • Customer service experience is a plus

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.
Salary Description
$28-$31/hour

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