Desktop Operator

Modern Litho • Jefferson City, MO

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About The Position

As a Desktop Operator at Modern Litho, you will prepare digital files for print production and ensure they meet print-ready standards. You will check formatting, content placement, and file setup, and prepare materials for platemaking. The role connects customers’ vision with the final printed product. You will work with customer service and press teams to clarify job specifications and resolve file-related issues, while helping ensure printed products meet customer expectations and internal quality standards.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data cleaning, and pivot tables.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and prepress software.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience in prepress or graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare customer-supplied digital files for print production.
• Prepare digital files for direct mailing.
• Identify and correct file issues, including missing fonts, low-resolution images, and layout errors.
• Ensure proper file setup for imposition, color accuracy, and content placement.
• Collaborate with customer service and press teams to clarify job specifications and resolve file-related issues.
• Maintain organization of files throughout the production process.
• Help ensure final print products meet customer expectations and internal quality standards.

Benefits

• Company 401K plan with employer match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Nine paid holidays.
• $1,000 referral bonus.
• Employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED