Prepress Operator

The Imagine Group
Shakopee, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2024 CLOSED ON 6/5/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress Operator position at The Imagine Group?

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovative teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let’s Imagine a better way together.

SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 2:00 - 10:30pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for reading the job ticket, preflight form, production notes and alteration form, and to understand and follow those instructions. 
  • Displays thorough written communication via production notes on EPP form. 
  • Exhibits thorough and timely verbal communication to lead or shift supervisor regarding direction on jobs, and unrealistic due date times. 
  • Ability to be responsive to urgent requests due to reprioritizing work flow due to a job being off press, or arrival time of jobs with little turnaround time. Keeps abreast of current and upcoming software and hardware. 
  • Responsible for following department standard operating procedures and lead’s, supervisors and manager’s direction. 
  • Maintain a high level of quality in producing, imposing, trapping, outputting, and inspecting jobs. 
  • Performs other duties as requested. Work overtime as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications of Position  

  • Vocational/technical school or college degree in electronic prepress and/or equivalent experience. 
  • Minimum of two years employment experience in an electronic pre-press environment. 
  • Extensive knowledge and demonstrated skills in all production processes related to electronic pre-press activities, including software, hardware, equipment, and materials. 

 Knowledge and Skills

  • Ability to read planning layouts and produce imposed files. 
  • Ability to understand trapping concerns and produce correctly trapped files for the pressroom. 
  • Ability to work on complex jobs in a fast paced, quality focused environment. 
  • Ability to use problem-solving skills in producing jobs effectively. 
  • Bilingual or multilingual proficiency in any language (including ASL) preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift, push and pull up to 30 lbs.   
  • Ability to visually inspect all work for defects and distinguish colors.   
  • Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.   
  • Manual dexterity for repetitive work.   
  • Frequent walking, standing, and sitting.   

The national pay range for this role is $22-34/ hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

Imagine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and Inclusion are not just a checked box, it is a critical part of our commitment to deliver innovative solutions to our clients and provide a great place to work for our entire Imagine family. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

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