Pre-Press Specialist

Tectonics Industries LLC•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

Position Overview: The Pre-Press Specialist sets the foundation and structure for successful printing production. The PPS must ensure that the proper format, color, appearance, layout, and detail of images and text is accurate and set before the full size print is run in the print production process.

Requirements

2-3 years of industry related experience
Accomplished in Photoshop, In-Design and Illustrator programs
Proficient in the operation of PrePress computers (PC and MAC)
Proficient with Adobe CS5 or similar software
Proficient in a Mac environment with most current software
Critical thinking, problem-solving skills and basic math skills
Strong planning and organizing skills
Adapts to project adjustments and changes promptly and efficiently
Able to multi-task and work efficiently to meet tight project deadlines
Strong interpersonal, written and communication skills
Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
Effective customer service and communication skills required.
Minimum 3 years of direct work experience in a project. Demonstrated experience successfully managing various projects with a working knowledge of all the skills as they relate, preferred
Experience with digital image editing, retouching, image manipulation
Experience working both independently and in team-oriented, collaborative environment
Requires sitting, walking or bending for entire shift.
Ability to frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds.
Must be able to work extended hours with little advance notice to meet project deadlines
Must be capable of completing tasks in a fast-paced environment
Manufacturing environment: may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, dust or dirt

Responsibilities

Execute, design and layout projects accurately and effectively
Produce graphic jobs to meet client specifications and requirements
Perform pre-flight checks of required font, graphic, text images, and files to ensure completeness prior to delivery to production
Ability to check and modify file image sizes
Responsible for creating graphic proofs
Capability to save files in various formats (tiff, pdf, eps, etc) to the correct hot folders
Offer graphic design ideas, solutions and alternatives based on customer input
Monitor deadlines and report conflicts to management to establish priorities before the jobs are due
Responsible for ensuring prepared print files meet quality and project standards
Ability to color “correct” and make similar recommendations/adjustments to print files per project requirements.
Ability and willingness to adapt new methods and processes