Mac Operator

Marie Leising & Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

401k with match

PTO & vacation time

Year-end bonus

Job summary

Printing and Packaging Recruiting Service is seeking a Mac Operator for day shift in NY. You will prepare and review digital artwork for printing, manage color calibration, and produce proofs and plates for high-end packaging and printing projects.

Requires 5+ years in prepress with Mac/PC workflows, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and knowledge of imposition software. Kodak Prinergy experience preferred. Starting hourly rate is $30–$36 with OT, benefits, 401k, PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' production prepress experience with Mac/PC workflows.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and imposition software.
• Familiar with Kodak Prinergy and color management across print runs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review digital artwork files and job instructions for printing using Mac/PC-based prepress software, ensuring specifications meet production standards.
• Manage color calibration and color management workflows to guarantee consistent results across printing platforms.
• Make proofs and plates according to job specifications.
• Work closely with graphic designers to optimize layout, design, typography, and image quality for print media.
• Conduct quality control checks throughout the production process.
• Provide technical guidance on printing projects and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Record detailed documentation of prepress procedures and workflow adjustments to streamline future jobs.
• Collaborate with department manager on scheduling, quality, and on-time production.

Skills

Prepress experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Kodak Prinergy

Imposition software

Job description

Printing and Packaging Recruiting Service

1-866-703-4673

Mac Operator (Job # 1928)

State: NY

Relocation Assistance: Partial

Salary Range: $30.00 - $36.00

Job Description: Premier specialty packaging and commercial printing company that caters to high end clients is hiring an experienced Production Mac Operator for day shift.

• Prepare and review digital artwork files and job instructions for printing using Mac/PC -based prepress software, ensuring all specifications meet production standards.
• Manage color calibration and color management workflows to guarantee consistent results across different printing platforms.
• Make proofs and plates according to job specifications.
• Work closely with graphic designers to optimize layout, design, typography, and image quality for print media.
• Conduct quality control checks throughout the production process.
• Support manufacturing teams by providing technical guidance on printing projects and ensuring adherence to specifications.
• Record detailed documentation of prepress procedures and workflow adjustments to streamline future jobs.
• Work closely with department manager on scheduling, quality, and on-time production.

Qualifications include:

• Minimum 5 years' production prepress experience with Mac/PC-based prepress workflows and software. Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) required. Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience using imposition software.. Kodak Prinergy preferred. Color management systems experience used to maintain consistency across various print runs. Working knowledge of offset printing, foil stamping, engraving, die cutting and all specialty finishes including bindery. Detail oriented with a focus on quality control throughout all stages of prepress and production. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, production staff, and quality assurance personnel. Able to work in a fast paced, high quality prepress environment. Able to multi-task several projects simultaneously. Individual and team contributor. Work 1st shift (flexibility on hours).

Starting hourly rate $30 - $36 + OT as needed, benefits, 401k with match, PTO and vacation time and year end bonus.