Prepress/Wide Format Operator

PFL Services INC; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing and print production company in Asheboro, North Carolina, seeks a Prepress/Wide Format Operator. The right candidate will manage prepress workflows, operate wide format printers, and ensure the quality of printed materials. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and demonstrate proficiency in prepress operations, graphic design, and teamwork. This is a first shift position, and applicants should be ready to maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE 2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE in manufacturing and print production.
• Strong background in various printing techniques.
• Experience in fabricating and CNC machining is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage prepress workflow including file preparation and proofing.
• Operate and maintain wide format printers.
• Perform Quality control checks on printed materials.
• Responsible for producing and packing large format magnet orders.
• Undertake maintenance and repair activities for machines.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure print files are ready.

Skills

Prepress operations (Adobe Illustrator)

Wide-format printing equipment

Quality control procedures

Layout design

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Job description

About the job Prepress/Wide Format Operator

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and print production, with expertise in various printing techniques. You will need to create and prepare files for printing in the most efficient and less wasteful way possible. MUST HAVE 2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Responsibilities

• Manage prepress workflow, including file preparation and proofing
• Operate and maintain wide format printers, Cannon Flatbed printers, Roland roll printer, and Colex cutting table
• Perform Quality control checks on printed materials to ensure accuracy
• Responsible for producing and packing all large format magnet orders by the deadline required
• Undertake planned maintenance, breakdown, repair and condition monitoring activites of machines in Wide Format department
• Report to the operations manager on the state of the workload
• Work with outside contractors for any repairs that need to be make
• Collaborte with the design time to ensure all print files sent are print ready
• Create print files to gang print as many jobs together as possible to prevent wast and optimizes print layouts
• Responsible for ensuring that a clean, tidy, and hazard-free working environment is maintained to defined company standards.
• Perform general administration tasks as necessary.
• Operate other digital print machines to increase production when needed
• Coordinate with the production team to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in prepress operations ( Adobe Illustrator), typography, and graphic design.
• Experience with wide-format printing equipment and software.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures in a printing environment.
• Familiarity with layout design.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Previous experience in fabricating and CNC machining is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Shift: 1st shift 7am to 3pm Monday through Friday