Prepress

Working at Prisma you will notice that…

You'll need to be a great communicator and possess the knowledge to get the job done. You will represent Prisma every day with a positive attitude.

We are in search of bright people, willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments and who are capable of multitasking.

In return for your hard work, you'll have the opportunity to work at the number one printer in the Southwest! We offer health, vision, dental, and life insurance. The best thing we have to offer, though, is our amazing work environment and talented team.

Working as a 1st Shift Prepress Operator, you can expect the following:

Primary responsibility is Prepress Mac file production for offset printed products including: packaging, saddlestitch and perfectbind books, menus, diecut/foil/emboss items and all other general commercial work. Candidate must have a well-rounded knowledge of the entire print production process, strong verbal and written communication skills, maintain high quality standards and be detail oriented.      
 

• Perform work as assigned by Prepress Manager. This includes:
  • Application file prep
  • Make plates
  • Trim and QC proofs
• Use Adobe Suite products daily, especially InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Use Prepress software/impostion (i.e. Kodak Prinergy/Preps)
• Communicate well. Respond to questions and provide support to others in Prepress, outside departments and clients in a professional manner
• Make suggestions to improve processes and reduce mistakes
• Observe that proper quality control procedures are being followed
• Keep department clean and organized
• You will also develop and maintain business relationships with your (really awesome) coworkers within Prisma.
• You will provide input on forming Prisma prepress best practices (we LOVE collaboration and input!)
• You will help us build a stronger company. Every single day.
• Other duties as assigned.

Enough About Us! Candidate Qualifications:
 

• High school diploma required, additional coursework and/or industry training is a plus.
• 2-5 years Prepress and print production knowledge required.
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must have strong work ethics.
• Must be well organized and a self-starter.
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, and reliable.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• You operate with a sense of urgency without sacrificing accuracy. We are a fast-paced company and need people who can manage our high-volume!
• You have a sense of humor. We’re serious about this one.
• Understanding that Teamwork makes the Dream Work!
• You are comfortable with change and can easily adapt.
• You will not leave your personality at home. We thrive from each unique perspective. Our strength is in our diversity of opinions.

Legal stuff

Prisma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.