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Printing Prepress Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Lead day-to-day prepress operations across offset, flexographic, and hybrid print platforms * Ensure accurate file preparation including trapping, color correction, proofing, and imposition

Prepress Technician

Paterson, NJ · On-site

$18.75 - $25.25/hr

Company Description Trinity Press is a long-established printing company founded in 1983, dedicated ... Role Description The Prepress Technician role is a full-time, on-site position based in Paterson ...

Prepress Operator

Niles, IL · On-site

$22 - $38/hr

Prepress Operator/Platemaking Position Summary The Prepress Operator/Platemaker is responsible for preparing customer artwork and production files for printing by ensuring all files meet company ...

Join Our Team Are you an experienced Prepress Technician with a passion for packaging and label ... Prepare and validate customer artwork for print production. * Perform preflight inspections and ...

Prepress Operator

Englewood, CO · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Prepare and verify layouts, printing tiles, and preflight files for accuracy and quality Communicate with customers and sales staff to understand and meet prepress requirements Provide technical ...

Prepress Technician - Twinsburg

Twinsburg, OH · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

Join Our Team Are you an experienced Prepress Technician with a passion for packaging and label ... Prepare and validate customer artwork for print production. * Perform preflight inspections and ...

This is a hands-on leadership position for a highly skilled prepress professional with comprehensive knowledge of offset printing, small format digital printing, large format digital printing, and ...

Prepress Operator

Englewood, CO · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Prepare and verify layouts, printing tiles, and preflight files for accuracy and quality * Communicate with customers and sales staff to understand and meet prepress requirements * Provide technical ...

Prepress Specialist

West Deptford, NJ · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

The Prepress Specialist is responsible for preparing digital files for print production to ensure accuracy, quality, and efficiency. This role reviews, edits, and adjusts customer artwork to meet ...

Prepress Tech

Atlanta, GA

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead Growing Print Manufacturing Company | Stable Career Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and motivated Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead to join our team in ...

The Prepress Specialist is responsible for preparing digital files for print production to ensure accuracy, quality, and efficiency. This role reviews, edits, and adjusts customer artwork to meet ...

Prepress Operator

Hillside, IL · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Darwill is a nationally recognized print and marketing communications firm based in the west ... PrePress Manager Responsibilities/Essential Functions: * Responsible for producing final press ...

Lead day-to-day prepress operations across offset, flexographic, and hybrid print platforms * Ensure accurate file preparation including trapping, color correction, proofing, and imposition

Prepress Operator

Englewood, CO · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

What You'll Do... • Prepare and verify layouts, printing tiles, and preflight files for accuracy and quality • Communicate with customers and sales staff to understand and meet prepress ...

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Description Primary responsibility is Prepress Mac file production for offset printed products including: packaging, saddlestitch and perfectbind books, menus, diecut/foil/emboss items and all other ...

Prepress Tech

Nashville, TN · On-site

$17.75 - $24/hr

Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead Growing Print Manufacturing Company | Stable Career Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and motivated Prepress Specialist / Prepress Lead to join our team in ...

Prepress Manager

Decatur, IL · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Decatur, Illinois has 55 Team Members in sheeting, printing, and finishing operations. LPC Visual ... THE ROLE Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Prepress Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for ...

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How much do printing prepress jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for printing prepress in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a printing prepress?

A Printing Prepress job involves preparing digital files and materials for the printing process. This includes tasks such as formatting, color correction, proofreading, and creating printing plates or digital proofs. Prepress technicians work with design software and printing equipment to ensure the final product meets quality standards. They collaborate with designers, clients, and press operators to troubleshoot potential issues before production. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential in this role to avoid costly errors.

What skills and qualifications are needed for printing prepress?

To thrive as a Printing Prepress professional, you need proficiency in graphic design, color theory, and an understanding of print production processes, often supported by a degree or certification in graphic arts or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXPress, and prepress workflow systems is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure that print projects are accurately prepared, meet quality standards, and progress smoothly from conception to final production.

What are common challenges in printing prepress, and how are they addressed?

Professionals in Printing Prepress often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, ensuring color accuracy across different devices and media, and resolving file compatibility issues. Team members routinely collaborate with designers, print operators, and clients to clarify specifications and troubleshoot technical problems. Staying organized and detail-oriented helps prevent costly mistakes and reprints, while ongoing training in new software and print technologies keeps you adaptable. A proactive approach to communication and problem-solving ensures projects stay on track and meet client expectations.

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Infographic showing various Printing Prepress job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,664 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Offset Prepress Manager

Sturgis, MI • On-site

Advatix, Inc.
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Offset Prepress Manager
Location: Sturgis, MI
HRforGrowth® is engaged as the talent acquisition partner to conduct this search on behalf of a client organization that is hiring for this role. HRforGrowth is not the employer for this position. HRforGrowth identifies, evaluates, and presents top-tier candidates through its global talent acquisition practice; all employment decisions - including final selection, offer terms, compensation, and conditions of employment - are made solely by the hiring organization.
Role Summary
Our client is a next-generation packaging platform delivering innovative, high-impact solutions for leading consumer and healthcare brands. With a strong investment in advanced technologies, sustainability, and operational excellence, they are building something bigger than packaging, driven by performance, quality, and purpose.
We are seeking an experienced Offset Prepress Manager to lead prepress operations within a dynamic, multi-platform print environment. This role is critical in ensuring best-in-class execution across premium packaging programs while driving innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
The Offset Prepress Manager will oversee all prepress functions, supporting offset, flexographic, and hybrid print technologies. This leader will play a key role in delivering exceptional visual quality, maintaining strict color standards, and enabling seamless production for complex, high-end packaging.
Key Results Area
  • Lead day-to-day prepress operations across offset, flexographic, and hybrid print platforms
  • Ensure accurate file preparation including trapping, color correction, proofing, and imposition
  • Champion G7 color standards and a zero-defect quality mindset
  • Partner cross-functionally with design, sales, and production teams to ensure flawless execution
  • Drive automation and continuous improvement within prepress workflows
  • Support premium brand standards, ensuring packaging meets high-impact retail expectations
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support sustainable production practices
  • Manage and develop a high-performing prepress team in a fast-paced growth environment

Skills and Qualifications:
  • Minimum 5 years of prepress experience within offset printing (packaging is a bonus)
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams in a production environment
  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Esko workflows, and prepress systems
  • Experience supporting multi-platform print environments (offset + flexo preferred)
  • Deep understanding of color management, proofing, and print production standards
  • Ability to thrive in a high-growth, performance-driven culture

Work Environment
  • Manufacturing/production environment with exposure to noise, inks, solvents, paper dust, and moving machinery
  • Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes, as applicable
  • Frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting throughout the shift

Compensation and Benefits
  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience and shift
  • Shift differential for 2nd/3rd shift where applicable
  • Comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and company holidays
  • Opportunities for training, cross-training, and career growth

About HRforGrowth:
HRforGrowth is a full-service HR and talent partner built to support companies that are scaling, transforming, or navigating change. HRFG is globally recognized for delivering quality, speed, and cost-effective talent solutions across every level of the workforce. Through its global talent acquisition practice, HRforGrowth applies world class rigor and precision to identifying exceptional professional and executive talent on behalf of its clients - from temporary staffing to permanent hourly workers through to placing C-suite executives. HRforGrowth is presenting this opportunity in its capacity as the retained search partner and does not serve as the employer of record for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
In its recruiting and search practices, HRforGrowth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HRforGrowth evaluates and presents candidates to its clients without regard to any protected characteristic.
HRforGrowth endeavors to advise the hiring organization to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws - including those enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) - in its hiring decisions, terms of employment, and workplace practices.