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Lahlouh Prepress Operator in Blue Ash, Ohio
Lahlouh’s business model is built on solving end to end supply chain problems not simply processing transactional print orders. Lahlouh is a partner that focuses on developing collaborative, comprehensive solutions that endeavor to meet all the communication needs of our clients’ dynamic and evolving marketplaces.
Lahlouh's mission is to provide the highest quality, most cost-effective business communications solutions available.
Lahlouh’s Core capabilities include:
• Dynamic digital print • Fulfillment / Distribution logistics
• Sheet-fed offset print • Packaging Design
• Mailing • Marketing promotions
• Full-service bindery and assembly • Promotions
• Online Solutions
Position: Prepress Operator
Reports to: Prepress Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Prepress
Location/Shift: Blue Ash, Ohio / 2nd Shift
Essential Function:
The Prepress Operator prepares files to ensure that images and text are ready to be printed on various surfaces for many different medias to include Offset printing, Digital Large Format, Digital Variable Print, Direct Mail Campaigns, Packaging, Promotions, etc.
Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Prepress Operator in a commercial printing environment
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Working knowledge MS Excel
Knowledge of XMPie, Heidelberg Prinect workflow a plus
Knowledge of design, color theory and typography a plus
Printing and binding experience a plus
Job Duties and General Expectations:
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Highly motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to work in a team environment
Analyze files provided by clients or in-house design teams and assess suitability for printing, checking,and double-checking critical aspects of images and text
Troubleshoot and fix file issues, including alignment, color, exposure, clarity, grain and other imageand typography problems, as well as manipulating for bleed and binding
Create proofs for client or design team review, making needed adjustments in response to feedback,then cheerfully and meticulously creating new proofs until final design is approved
Double-check proofs for quality, including clarity and alignment, before beginning a print run
Convert approved image files for use with digital printing equipment or digital plate preparation
Maintain tidiness of work area, including keeping computers and printing equipment clean and in goodrepair
Perform light maintenance of equipment, including software updates and replacement of consumable supplies as needed
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