PrePress Operator

Veritiv Corp; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Veritiv is seeking a Prepress Operator to prepare digital files for printing, review artwork, and optimize for production. You will ensure files are color‑calibrated and proofed to meet client specs, supporting efficient press runs.

The role requires strong knowledge of print production, CMYK, spot colors, ICC profiles, and hands‑on experience with prepress software. Collaboration with design and production teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of print production processes (offset, digital, flexo, large format).
• Understanding of CMYK, spot colors, and ICC color profiles.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare customer artwork for printing to meet technical requirements.
• Operate prepress software to process and optimize files.
• Generate proofs and perform quality checks for accuracy and color fidelity.
• Prepare imposition layouts for printing.
• Troubleshoot prepress issues and ensure smooth workflow with teams.

Skills

Print production knowledge

CMYK color management

ICC color profiles

Color correction

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Graphic Design certificate

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Kodak Prinergy

Job description

Job Purpose

Our Prepress Operator will be responsible for preparing digital files for printing by reviewing, correcting, and optimizing them to meet printing specifications. This role ensures that all files are correctly formatted, color-calibrated, and proofed before production to guarantee high-quality output and efficient press runs.

Job Responsibilities

• Review and prepare customer supplied artwork for printing, ensuring all files meet technical and design requirements.
• Operate prepress software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Kodak Prinergy) to process and optimize files.
• Generate proofs and conduct quality checks for accuracy, color fidelity, and compliance with client specifications.
• Prepare imposition layouts for printing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the prepress process.
• Collaborate with designers, production teams, and press operators to ensure smooth workflow from file receipt to press.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of print production processes (offset, digital, flexo, large format).
• Understanding of CMYK, spot colors, and ICC color profiles.

Work Experience

• 5-10 years of related job experience.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred
• Certificate - Graphic Design

What We Offer

Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc. Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities. Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions. Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn. Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design‑to‑delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more! Learn more here.