Pre-Press Technician

Giesecke+Devrient•Lemont, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prepress Technician is an hourly position that reports and receives direction from the Prepress Manager. The Technician is responsible for the accuracy of completed electronic file output to production.

Requirements

Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
Knowledge in Kodak Prinergy workflow or equivalent workflow.
Knowledge of printing terminology and practices
Ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Basic computer skills (email, word processing, etc.)
Pass color vision test
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Reliability and dependability with good attendance
Willing to work overtime as needed
Knowledge of color principles and correcting skills
Quality inspection skills
Strong teamwork skills and positive attitude
Must possess a high standard of personal integrity with ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.
Ability to work independently with high attention to detail

Responsibilities

Follow production workflow to produce high volumes of work in Prepress, using high end equipment.
Prepare electronic files for high resolution output including assembly, color correcting, retouching and color separation.
Refine, trap and inspect files.
Impose files for output.
Output and inspect proofs and/or plates for accuracy and quality.
Check proofs, plates and equipment for linearity and make adjustments as needed.
Maintain equipment in the Prepress department as needed.
Load materials into output devices.
Quality inspect all electronic output such as proofs and plates.
Perform related job duties as needed and assigned.
Troubleshoot problems that occur during job submission process.
Evaluate output and make adjustments to obtain a desired level of image quality.
Consult with customer service to evaluate individual project needs.
Other job duties as assigned.