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Operator Digital Prepress/CTP Digital Print

Operator Digital Prepress/CTP Digital Print 
Hours: 8AM - 5PM 
Location: Carrollton, TX (Onsite)

Requirements:

• 5 years digital prepress and/or commercial print prepress experience (offset).
• About 70% handling prepress setup (software) and 30% hands on dealing with packing, cutting (most that can/will be taught)
• Equios, Adobe CC, Pitstop, Acrobat, InDesign, RIP Software, X-Rite Color Management Software, MS Office and Imposition Software.

Job Summary
Prepares electronic files to print ready format utilizing graphic arts computer software and hardware technology. Works with team to provide internal customer the highest quality finished print product demonstrating department and company best practices. Oversees each project received by the prepress department including file management, file manipulation, color management, file delivery to digital production and wide format printers. Tracks prepress jobs, files and archives pertinent job data. Works under general supervision with some latitude to exercise technical and artistic creativity. Helps team maintain integrity of the Mary Kay Brand with high attention to detail. Interacts with Mary Kay employees at multiple levels to achieve ultimate customer product goals.
 
Responsibilities
Pre-flights incoming art files. Edits and adjusts art as necessary for best workflow throughout to best end result. Produces press sheet layouts and imposed jobs to most efficient print output. Sends imposed print ready files to printers and occasionally print proofs and/or prints complete job. Oversees and maintains prepress workflow quality check points. Works with department team to maintain a steady, efficient production volume and also maximize production capabilities and quality. Inputs data to all appropriate department logs. Maintains communication with customers in person and on the phone.

• Maintains all prepress software and hardware and logs all software, firmware and hardware maintenance and updates. Manages color on all print software and hardware applications and devices. Maintains good tracking, filing and archiving procedures to easily access data and electronic files. Troubleshoots art, print files and department software and hardware as necessary. Maintains and organizes back-up file folders and drives. Maintains clean and organized local and department work areas at all times.
• Maintains prepress inventory including wide format inks and materials. Collaborates between Creative Services, IST, MK departments and mkPRINT to answer questions and resolve issues demonstrating a high level of patience, professionalism, and a sense of urgency during these exchanges. Helps maintain and organize internal department server share drive.
• Trains back-up personnel. Stays abreast of industry standards and new solutions related to prepress functionality in prepress and digital print workflow environments to provide input for improvements to mkPRINT management
• Reports to SWB Print/Mail when necessary to perform same or similar job tasks. Backup for lead personnel as needed.
• In addition to the above, incumbent is expected to meet the required competencies for this position as defined in the competency profile.
• This job requires on-site work at a Mary Kay facility.

 
Skills & Experience

1. Highly proficient in related prepress software and hardware including Equios, Adobe CC, Pitstop, Acrobat, InDesign, RIP Software, X-Rite Color Management Software, MS Office and Imposition Software.
2. CMS knowledge and/or strong color management knowledge with ICC color profiling knowledge in digital and/or offset printing environments.
3. High attention to detail with heavy emphasis on quality.
4. Excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities and ability to work with minimal supervision.
5. Ability to operate under pressure of tight deadlines and rapid changing priorities.
6. Prepress project scheduling and tracking skills a plus.
7. Ability to maintain a positive attitude during heavy interaction with department team members and management discussing schedules, quality control, deadlines and other related topics.
8. Requires ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs. Must be able to climb, stoop, crouch, kneel, push, pull, and reach in order to work in a prepress and print environment.
9. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to communicate with a wide variety of individuals possessing differing levels of technical knowledge.
10. Must demonstrate a sense of urgency in the performance of the work without sacrificing the quality set by the standards at Mary Kay Inc.
11. Must possess the ability to see and read clearly at all times.
12. Job requires approximately 70% sitting, 20% standing, and 10% stooping/lifting/walking in order to operate and maintain all prepress and digital printing equipment.

 


Estimated Min Rate: $17.50
Estimated Max Rate: $25.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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