Prepress Operator

Are you looking for a career that challenges you and gives you the opportunity to learn and grow every day? Oliver Inc. is hiring! Our growing company is looking for enthusiastic talents to partner with our customers for all their printing and packaging needs. With more than 250 years of experience, multiple production facilities, and investment in state-of-the-art technology with an emphasis on sustainability, Oliver Inc.

offers speed, consistency, and nimbleness as a one-stop solution for all of your printing & packaging needs. At Oliver Inc., our core values are part of the framework of our organization. We're passionate and enjoy our work! We value respect and focus on servicing our customers' needs by providing them with creative solutions that help build their brands. When you partner with Oliver, you partner with success.

Oliver Inc. is seeking a "color expert" with a passion for the world of folding cartons and labels! The Mac Operator will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our packaging and labeling projects. Working as part of an enthusiastic team, you will be responsible for preparing customer’s files through the use of prepress software and equipment, ensuring they meet quality standards and are compatible with various printing technologies.

• Review digital files for folding cartons and label production, ensuring completeness, resolution, and adherence to printing specifications.
• Manage color consistency and accuracy using color profiles and calibration tools. Adjust color separations and ensure proper color reproduction in the final print.
• Arrange pages in the correct order for printing, considering pagination, folding, and binding requirements.
• Conduct preflight checks to identify and address potential issues before production.
• Collaborate with designers or clients to resolve any design or technical issues.
• Communicate effectively with graphic designers, clients, and production staff.
• Collaborate with printing technicians to ensure seamless file transfer and production.

• Degree or diploma in graphic design, packaging technology, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant experience in electronic prepress with a focus on folding cartons and label design and production preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of prepress software and tools, including imposition software and RIP software.
• Understanding of color management principles and practices.
• Attention to detail and the ability to identify and address potential printing issues.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with various stakeholders.

Oliver Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

All candidates must submit to pre-employment drug testing prior to the commencement of employment.

Employment is contingent on a negative test result for certain illegal substances in accordance with State Law.

Salary: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

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