Prepress Technician

Job description:

We are seeking an experienced a Prepress Technician to join our team in Sturgis, Michigan.

The Prepress Technician is responsible for the processing of customer files in preparation for printing. A Prepress Technician will pre-flight, troubleshoot, prepare, and impose for final output. This position will include file processing, type and color corrections, proofing, preparing files for plating.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Customer Service staff to prepare customer supplied files for proofing and production based on customer directions and guidelines.
• Read and follow Job Ticket instructions.
• Prepare artwork for Offset printing, commercial and carton packaging.
• Prepare artwork for Flexo printing both conventional and digital production.
• Maintain high levels of quality, accuracy, and productivity.
• Participate in color management processes for Offset and Flexo divisions.
• Help with maintaining existing Proofing Systems.
• Help in maintaining and coordinating troubleshooting LTi Prepress Systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with Kodak software preferable including Prinergy Workflow, Kodak ColorFlow Pro, Preps, and Pandora.
• Experience with CGS Oris Proofing Software a plus.
• Design experience with Adobe Creative Suite a must.
• Color Management experience a plus.
• Familiarity with variable data processing is a plus.
• Basic working skills utilizing Microsoft Office.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other employees, and management.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be a team player.
• This is a 1st shift position currently.

About Us

Max Solutions, Inc. provides value added solutions for customers in the healthcare and consumer industries using the latest in technology and equipment. We offer competitive wages and benefits and strive to provide a safe, inclusive, and stress-free environment that provides associates with an unlimited potential for career growth and mobility.

Max Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person