Prepress Operator

Imagine; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Imagine is seeking a Prepress Operator in Shakopee, MN to ensure art/files meet client specs for offset, digital, screen, and dye sublimation printing. You will handle file preparation, color management, and QC across multiple printing processes.

The role requires 5+ years in electronic pre-press, strong communication, and attention to detail. Typical hours are 11:30am–8:00pm, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5+ years in an electronic pre-press environment.
• Experience with color management and color breaks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with Sales and Account Management team members.
• Prepare customer files for: size, image resolution, bleeds, overprints, font issues, and color breaks.
• Maintain QC during all prepress steps; verify artwork reproduces to customer specs.
• Maintain a workflow schedule and communicate status regularly to internal customers.
• Process and build files for production.
• Determine and create page layouts, accounting for folds, trims, and die cuts.
• Work with graphic design and layout software on Mac OS.
• Perform quality checks on finished proofs before releasing to manufacturing.
• Output digital files to various output devices.
• Address concerns from sales/production on client expectations.
• Contribute to safety by keeping a clean workspace and reporting hazards.
• Communicate with production to understand printing capabilities.
• Meet productivity and quality standards and work overtime as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Color management

Problem solving

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Mac OS workflow

Large-format printers

Job description

Job Summary

The Prepress Operator ensures all art/files for offset, and digital, screen, and dye sublimation printing are in the accurate format, content, and color in accordance with the client’s technical specifications. The position requires effective communication skills, keen attention to detail, and a strong understanding of the offset and digital printing process.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Hours

11:30am - 8:00pm

Job Description

• Communicate effectively with Sales and Account Management team members.


• Prepare customer files for: size, image resolution, bleeds, overprints, font issues, and color breaks


• Maintain quality control during all prepress processes, reading and understanding work instructions, proper documentation, and procedures Verify provided artwork will reproduce to customer expectations.


• Maintain a workflow schedule and communicate status regularly to internal customers.


• Process and build files for production.


• Determine and create page layouts, while accounting for folds, trims, and die cuts as necessary.


• Work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac OS


• Perform quality checks on finished hard and PDF proofs before releasing to manufacturing.


• Output digital files to various output devices


• Respond to concerns from sales and production regarding client expectations, alterations, or suggestions


• Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements.


• Communicate with production to understand our printing capabilities.


• Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in a timely and accurate manner.


• Work overtime as needed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Five plus years of experience in an electronic pre-press environment.

Preferred Qualifications Of Position

• Vocational/technical school or college degree in electronic pre-press.


• Five plus years of experience working in printing or manufacturing.


• Image retouching and color correction knowledge.


• In-depth understanding of dye sublimation printing processes and materials, including best practices for color management and file preparation.


• Experience with large-format printers and other printing machinery used in dye sublimation.


• Understanding of print finishing processes (e.g., heat pressing, transfer methods).

Knowledge And Skills

• Basic computer skills including email, basic mouse, keyboard, and menu navigation.


• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurement.


• Basic color management skills with the ability to work in different digital file formats.


• Extensive skills with Adobe Creative Suite applications used for print production.


• Ability to communicate/understand basic written and verbal instructions.


• Ability to use problem solving skills in producing jobs effectively.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.


• Frequent standing for prolonged periods of time


• Frequent walking


• Ability to lift, pull, push up to 40 pounds.


• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects.


• Manual dexterity for repetitive work

EEO Statement

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary Description

$25 - $35 per hour DOQ