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Allied Printing

Prepress Imposition Operator

Manchester, CT · On-site

$19.50 - $26.25/hr

With advanced sheetfed, web, mailing, data, fulfillment, large format, digital press capabilities ... Prepress Imposition Operator Allied Printing Services, Inc. currently is looking for an experienced ...

ABC Imaging

Prepress Specialist (Print Production & Color Management) New Jersey ABC Imaging is seeking an ... Knowledge of color management principles, ICC profiling, and press calibration (preferred but not ...

Darwill, Inc.

Prepress Operator

Hillside, IL · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

PrePress Manager Responsibilities/Essential Functions ... Responsible for producing final press ready PDF pages & proofs for projects * Convert supplied ...

ABC Imaging

Prepress Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

Prepress Specialist (Print Production & Color Management) - New Jersey ABC Imaging is seeking an ... Knowledge of color management principles, ICC profiling, and press calibration (preferred but not ...

System One

Prepress Operator

South Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$70K/yr

Execute layouts, imposition , and file set-up for press * Run and support server-based prepress workflows (RIP/trap) per internal SOPs * Output proofs, impose jobs, and image plates * Partner with ...

ABC Imaging

Prepress Specialist (Print Production & Color Management) - New Jersey ABC Imaging is seeking an ... Knowledge of color management principles, ICC profiling, and press calibration (preferred but not ...

Alliance Franchise Brands

Prepress Operator

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

The Prepress Operator plays a critical role in the printing production process by preparing and ensuring the accuracy of print files before they go to press. This position involves converting digital ...

Alliance Franchise Brands

Prepress Operator

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

The Prepress Specialist plays a critical role in the printing production process by preparing and ensuring the accuracy of print files before they go to press. This position involves converting ...

LPC

Prepress Manager

Decatur, IL

$65K - $90K/yr

THE ROLE Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Prepress Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for ... Manage offset press profiles and color management software Personal Characteristics * Ability to ...

Talent Guide USA

Prepress Tech

Atlanta, GA

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead Growing Print Manufacturing Company | Stable Career Opportunity ... Understanding of press and bindery requirements * Graphic arts, print production, or related ...

Talent Guide USA

Prepress Tech

Nashville, TN · On-site

$17.75 - $24/hr

Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead Growing Print Manufacturing Company | Stable Career Opportunity ... Understanding of press and bindery requirements * Graphic arts, print production, or related ...

Talent Guide USA

Prepress Tech

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead Growing Print Manufacturing Company | Stable Career Opportunity ... Understanding of press and bindery requirements * Graphic arts, print production, or related ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for prepress press in the United States is $21.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Prepress Press vs Prepress Operator?

AspectPrepress PressPrepress Operator
Primary RolePrepares digital files for printing, ensuring color accuracy and layout correctnessOperates printing presses, managing the actual printing process
CredentialsGraphic design, print production, or prepress certificationsPrint technology, press operation certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, prepress departmentsPrinting presses, production floors
Industry UsagePrepares files for printing, often before press operationRuns and maintains printing presses during production

Prepress Press professionals focus on preparing digital files for printing, ensuring quality and accuracy before the actual printing process. Prepress Operators handle the operation of printing presses, executing the prepared files to produce printed materials. While both roles are essential in the print production workflow, they differ in responsibilities and skill sets, with Prepress Press emphasizing file preparation and Prepress Operator focusing on press operation.

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Infographic showing various Prepress Press job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,593 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Prepress Imposition Operator

Manchester, CT • On-site

Allied Printing
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$19.50 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

One Allied Way Manchester, CT
Allied Printing Services Inc. is a family-ran, full-service commercial and financial printer that's been leading the industry since 1949. With advanced sheetfed, web, mailing, data, fulfillment, large format, digital press capabilities - plus New England's largest bindery/finishing operation - we're proud of our history and excited about our future. Now, we're looking for a skilled Prepress Imposition Operator to join our growing prepress team.
Prepress Imposition Operator
Allied Printing Services, Inc. currently is looking for an experienced Prepress Imposition Operator who is responsible for creating accurate press-ready impositions for commercial print projects, ensuring files are properly formatted, paginated, and optimized for efficient production. This role reviews customer artwork and job specifications, performs quality checks, and collaborates with pressroom and production teams to deliver high-quality printed products on schedule.
What You'll Do:
  • Read and fully understand flat plans and folding dummies generated by the production planner.
  • Identify missing or problem components and communicate to appropriate internal staff.
  • Create flat layouts in Dynastrip imposition software per planning specifications.
  • Correctly position pages, gaps/gutters, mark sets, color bars and other required elements according to specific press requirements.
  • Identify the colors needed for the job (CMYK process and/or Pantone PMS colors) and generate correct color bars and takeoff bars for press.
  • Ensure proper back up for double-sided work and generate nested layouts if needed.
  • Impose full-form varnishes, coatings and dies.
  • Export files in proper format for prepress RIP systems.
  • Output laser proofs and check work for accuracy.
  • Maintain safety, quality, maintenance and good manufacturing practices.

What you Bring:
  • Graphic Design students are encouraged to apply.
  • Knowledge of Mac-based computer systems.
  • Demonstrated experience creating press-ready impositions for sheetfed, web offset, and digital printing presses.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard prepress and workflow software, including Kodak Preps, Heidelberg Prinect, Quite Imposing, or similar imposition platforms.
  • Experience working with PDF workflows, preflight processes, color management, and file preparation.
  • Strong understanding of printing processes, bindery requirements, folding schemes, creep, shingling, bleeds, and trapping.
  • Experience reviewing customer files and job specifications to ensure accurate production output.
  • Knowledge of variable data printing (VDP), direct mail, and personalized print applications preferred.
  • Familiarity with CTP (Computer-to-Plate) workflows and plate output processes is a plus.
  • Ability to troubleshoot file issues and collaborate effectively with customer service, pressroom, and production teams.

Physical Requirements:
Sitting 50%, Walking 50%
The Details:
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available & Schedule: 1st shift 8:00am-4:00pm
Why You'll Love Working Here:
You'll join a supportive team that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. We're proud of our history but even more excited about the future - and we're looking for motivated people like you to help us get there. If you meet our minimum qualifications and are eager to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment, we invite you to become part of our team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that combines decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and exceptional service.
Excellent Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth Services, Free Life Insurance policy, Additional Life Insurance Contribution, Free Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401(k) with a company match, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Referral Bonus, Relocation Assistance Offered.
Allied Printing Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services, Inc. prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply, please let us know.

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