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Senior Prepress Technician
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FULL-TIME
Artwork Review and Processing:
Reports to:
Director of Operations
About Steinhauser:
From concept to shelf, Steinhauser works with customers to ensure brands make the best impression at every opportunity. Since 1905, a dedication to the craft of printing has guided the family business. Steinhauser has embraced technological and innovative changes, all the while maintaining our steadfast commitment to quality printing and excellent customer service. As a fourth-generation family business that is now 100% woman owned, Steinhauser’s success comes from integrity and long-lasting relationships. That is the Steinhauser Way.
Job Purpose
The key to Steinhauser’s success is our commitment to delivering top-quality labels and sleeves. The Prepress Manager plays a critical role in bringing customer visions to life by ensuring artwork is prepared with precision and efficiency to support exceptional print quality. This role leads and inspires the team, collaborates across functions, and partners directly with customers to solve challenges and deliver results with confidence and consistency.
With respect and consideration for one another, and a strong belief in communication and transparency, at Steinhauser we accomplish everything as a team. We are proud of our people and the way we treat others. Once you walk through our doors, you will see why we have maintained some customer relationships for over 60 years.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Note: The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
Your Responsibilities:
· Prepare and send files to the press or prep house as needed, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. · Organize and maintain an archive of completed jobs and prepress files, including ripped files. · Update job-specific notes for future reference.
File Preparation and Management:
· Generate, maintain, and update workflows, color strategies, and ICC profiles to streamline production. · Determine project-specific color strategies using advanced color management techniques. · Perform file manipulations, including trapping (spreads, chokes, holdbacks, overprints) and size adjustments, to meet target requirements. · Provide support to ensure color targets are met and approved.
Production Tools and Color Management:
· Dies (Rotometrics Flexo and Digital): create dielines as needed, place and receive orders, and enter details into Label Traxx. · Screens (SPG): complete SPG order forms, generate POs, submit orders with required documentation (Order Form, PO, and artwork), receive orders, and enter screen details into Label Traxx. · Plates: finalize artwork and incorporate prepress information into files; collaborate with business vendors to determine plate specifications and place orders, ensuring all required document (e.g., Order Form, PO, artwork) is complete. Approve vendor supplied plate artwork through tools like Web Center or Acrobat and confirm receipt of orders.
A minimum requirement of high school diploma or general education degree (GED); a technical related bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum 5-7 years of Prepress experience or Graphic Design experience. Highly proficient in Mac Operating System, Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat. Possess a TEAMWORK attitude. Utilizes strong time management, project management, communication, problem solving, and organizational skills. Successfully manages priorities, drives decisions, and obtains closure on recommendations and issues.
Additional Duties:
Order Processing and Equipment Management:
Collaboration and Best Practices:
· Attend and actively participate in Pre-Pros and Go/No-Go meetings, offering insights on incoming artwork. · Recommend techniques and best practices to optimize quality and efficiency
Color Certification and Scoring:
· Create Color Certification Jobs (CCJ) for new projects and evaluate their performance. · Submit jobs to My Colors website, ensuring accurate scoring and adherence to standards.
Continuous Improvement:
· Identify and recommend improvements to workflows, processes, and tools, promoting a culture of continuous enhancement.
· Perform other duties, including cross-functional tasks, as directed by supervisors or management.
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