Conventional Prepress Technician

ResourceOne; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Moore-Tulsa Print and Mail Center is seeking a Conventional Prepress Technician to join our team. The role focuses on ensuring quality proofs and layouts before they reach customers, loading plates into plate setters, and staging plates for press operators.

You will review job tickets, verify proofs, and perform basic troubleshooting, with responsibilities including keeping work areas clean and adhering to safety policies. This is a full-time position with day and night shift coverage.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years experience in a prepress/plating/digital printing environment preferred.
• Computer experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read press schedule and job tickets to determine plating order and plate size.
• Review plate proofs for defects and ensure quality before press.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance monthly.
• Verify correct plates and proofs and report issues.

Skills

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Attention to detail

Printing knowledge

Teamwork

English literacy

Reading measurements

Mathematical arithmetic

Work ethic

Attendance

Shift flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3+ years prepress/printing experience

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Kodak Prinergy

Screen Equios

Heidelberg Prinect

EFI Fiery

Job description

Moore-Tulsa Print and Mail Center is looking for qualified and talented individuals to grow our highly recognized, award-winning team. We are currently looking for a Conventional Prepress Technician to join our Team!

Training- Day shift Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Position Hours are Night Shift Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm.

Job Summary:

The proofer/plater is responsible for ensuring quality proofs and layouts in the prepress department before they are sent to customer, load plates into plate setters, stage processed plates for press operators, trim, fold and verify proofs measurements and accuracy, understand job ticket information to determine quantity, special work instructions, and any other special customer requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• "None"

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reads press schedule, job ticket, VPS and all other furnished specifications in detail to determine order in which jobs are plated and what size plate is used, questions all discrepancies or oddities in instructions.
• Review images produced on plate for defects or errors that will manifest during the printing process.
• Perform monthly routine maintenance on equipment.
• Verifies all job information to ensure that correct plates are being used; checks plates for quality and repairs any flaws.
• Working knowledge of the Macintosh and Windows operating systems. Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Kodak Prinergy, Screen Equios, Heidelberg Prinect and EFI Fiery software a plus.
• Verifies all job information to ensure that correct proofs are being made; checks proofs for quality and report any problems
• Complete proofs for customer approval including trimming, folding, proofing, etc.
• Fill out proof slips/tags and affix to proofs.
• Keeps supervisor informed of any problems, i.e. supplies, equipment, etc.
• Responsible for the overall cleanliness and housekeeping of the work area including sweeping/moping, dusting and trash/recyclable removal.
• Troubleshooting issues relating to plates, platesetters, proofs, etc.
• Handles plates with care while delivering them to the presses.
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out-tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.
• Ensure quality checklists and paperwork are complete and correct.
• Must work overtime as needed/required.
• All duties assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ensure quality checklists and paperwork are complete and correct.
• A general understanding of printing would be helpful.
• Required to stand and move about the facility constantly (walk long distances).
• Strong work ethic and good attendance record is a MUST!
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to spot errors, inconsistencies, and quality issues in files and proofs.
• Ability to communicate in English, read, write, and understand and to effectively use in proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work instructions, safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools and equipment, SOPs, time sheets, daily production reports, dockets, job tickets, etc.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic procedures in standard practice practical applications, read and use a ruler.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends or overtime as needed.

Education and Experience:

• A High School graduate or equivalent, preferred
• 3+ years previous experience in a prepress, plating, proofing or digital printing environment preferred
• Computer experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and/or standing.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, twist and turn frequently.
• Must be able to lift, pull and push up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Two handed operations required; must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Required to stand and move about the facility constantly (walk long distances).
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods

Must be authorized to work in the United States and successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation.

Moore Tulsa is committed to creating a diverse environment and is 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. Moore Tulsa is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.