Graphic Pre-Press Technician II

Nelson Name Plate Company • New Berlin, WI

220d

About The Position

The position involves generating production files for screen printing, metal photo, and fabrication. Responsibilities include accurately following work instructions, emailing art proofs to customers, preparing files for outsourced parts, and troubleshooting customer digital files. The role requires familiarity with color separations, traps, and bleeds, as well as outputting files to various devices. Additionally, the position entails maintaining inventory, operating graphics prepress equipment, and collaborating with customer service representatives regarding prints and graphics.

Requirements

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent.
• Graphics or Art related Degree, or related experience.
• Electronics prepress degree or two years on the job experience.
• Experience with digital and/or screen printing, Acrobat, InDesign, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RIP software, EPICOR, Corel Draw.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Adobe Illustrator – CC preferred.
• Experience with Excel & Word.

Responsibilities

• Accurately follow work instructions for generating production files for screen printing, metal photo and fabrication.
• Email art proofs to customers.
• Prepare files for outsourced parts per work instructions.
• Preflight and troubleshoot customer digital files, load fonts, inspect graphics, and make color separations.
• Output files to image setter; set line screens, resolution, and other press-specific settings.
• Prepare files for output to film & digital devices.
• Create/edit work instructions as required.
• Maintain inventory & order supplies for graphic department.
• Operate and assist in maintenance of graphics prepress equipment.
• Occasionally work with CSR’s to discuss prints and graphics.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED