Mac Prepress Operator

Allied Printing Services Inc.

Manchester (CT)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Telehealth Services

Free Life Insurance policy

Additional Life Insurance Contribution

Free Short-Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Shift differentials

Paid Weekly

Growth Opportunities

Referral Bonus

Relocation Assistance Offered

Job summary

Allied Printing Services Inc. in Manchester, CT is seeking a skilled Mac Prepress Operator to join our growing Prepress team.

You will prepare customer files for high-quality print production on Macintosh systems, perform preflight and color management, and ensure accurate plate-ready output for multiple printing formats. You will review client files for accuracy, handle imposition and color corrections, and produce proofs for internal and customer approvals under the 3rd shift.

Qualifications

3+ years in a commercial printing prepress environment.
Certificate, associate's degree, or equivalent training in Graphic Arts, Printing Technology, or related field.
Advanced proficiency with Macintosh operating systems and Adobe Creative Cloud apps.
Experience with industry-standard preflight, color management, imposition, proofing and plate-ready prep.

Responsibilities

Prepare, verify, and process customer files for high-quality print production.
Perform preflight checks, color management, imposition and proofing.
Create and verify plate-ready files for offset, digital, and variable data output.
Add bleeds, adjust colors, silhouette, and prepare die lines for binding/finishing.
Generate and distribute digital and hard-copy proofs for approvals.
Troubleshoot file issues, font conflicts, and image resolution problems.

Skills

Mac OS proficiency

Adobe CC (InDesign)

Adobe CC (Illustrator)

Adobe CC (Photoshop)

Prepress workflow knowledge

Education

Graphic Arts / Printing Technology degree or certificate

Tools

Kodak Prinergy

Heidelberg Prinect

EFI Fiery

DALiM

GMG Color

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 skilled Mac Prepress Operator to join our growing Prepress team.

Mac Prepress Operator
The Macintosh Prepress Operator is responsible for preparing, verifying, and processing customer files for high-quality commercial print production using Macintosh-based prepress systems and industry-standard software. This role ensures all digital files meet production specifications, performs preflight checks, color management, imposition, proofing, and plate-ready file preparation while maintaining accuracy, quality, and production deadlines in a fast-paced printing environment.

What You\'ll Do:

Perform digital prepress functions including preflight and review of client-supplied files for proper file format, color break, fonts, and graphics to ensure they conform to client/printer specs
Identify missing or problem components and communicate to appropriate internal staff
Review customer-supplied files for accuracy, completeness, and printability using industry-standard preflight software
Prepare files for offset, digital and variable data output. Add bleeds, convert colors, silhouette, color correct and profile images; create, clean up or apply die lines; manipulate pages for various binding and finishing (saddle-stitch, perfect bind, score, fold, etc.)
Create and verify impositions for sheetfed, web, and digital printing applications
Perform color correction and color management to ensure accurate reproduction throughout the production process
Generate and distribute digital and hard-copy proofs for customer and internal approvals
Troubleshoot file issues, artwork discrepancies, font conflicts, image resolution problems, and other prepress-related challenges
Export files in proper format for prepress RIP system

What you Bring:

3+ years of experience in a commercial printing prepress environment
Certificate, associate\'s degree, or equivalent training in Graphic Arts, Printing Technology, or a related field
Advanced proficiency with Macintosh operating systems and Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Photoshop
Experience with Kodak Prinergy, Heidelberg Prinect, EFI Fiery, DALiM, GMG Color or similar workflow systems
Familiarity with G7 color standards and color calibration practices

Physical Requirements:

Sitting 50%, Walking 50%

The Details:

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Available & Schedule: 3rd shift 12:00am-8:00am (15% differential)

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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