Pre-Press Technician

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Press Technician to join our team at our envelope printing facility in St. Louis, Missouri. St Louis Print Group is a provider of commercial printing and envelope manufacturing services. Services offered include offset printing, flexographic printing, die-cutting and envelope converting specifically for the non-profit and commercial direct mail industry. St. Louis Print Group is a valued member of the Moore enterprise, and one of its 43 North American divisions.

The Pre-Press Technician will be responsible for receiving and/or typesetting and proofing artwork and making plates.

In this role, you are responsible for:

• Retrieving and managing artwork files
• Proofing
• Scanning
• Platemaking
• Archiving
• Stocking
• Maintenance
• Performing other duties as required.

What we look for:

• Proficient in Adobe CC.
• Proficient in retrieving and managing artwork files in Macintosh and Windows operating systems.
• Knowledge in industry standard pre-press requirements.
• Proficient with Enfocus Pitstop, MS Office, Extensis Suitcase, Kodak Prinergy, Workshop, Colorflow, and Color Management.
• Experience with Esko Grapholis is beneficial but not required.
• Experience with Lithographic and Flexographic setup and platemaking.
• Experience with setup for die cutting, flat sheet and web presses.
• Proficiency with Imposition and Step and Repeat.
• Gather and prepare all files to produce final artwork for press using Adobe CC or Quark.
• Accurately perform color correction, editing, and retouching as needed.
• Assimilate artwork into press layouts using Preps and Prinergy.
• Accurately proofing output of press plates to send to clients.
• Output files to plate for sheetfed and web presses.
• Archiving and maintenance of departmental workstations.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high energy, and challenging environment.

At Moore, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our community. We are committed to maintaining a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation and Paid Time Off benefits.
• A generous 401(k) program with contribution matching.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance to support both your physical and mental well-being.