Starburst Printing & Graphics, Inc., a small but fast-paced commercial printing company specializing in technical, medical-compliant, and high-quality print materials, is seeking an experienced Prepress Operator to join our team. This is a hands-on, critical role supporting offset, digital, and large-format production.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate has 5+ years of professional prepress experience and is highly proficient across modern prepress tools and workflows. You will collaborate closely with production staff to ensure accuracy, color consistency, efficiency, and on-time delivery of high-quality printed products. This is an in-person position, 5 days a week
Key Responsibilities
Review job tickets and production specifications for accuracy and completeness
Preflight incoming artwork/files and resolve technical issues as needed
Impose files for offset, digital, and large-format printing
Create and prepare proofs for customer approval
Build and manage production jobs in various workflow systems
Modify and optimize workflows to improve efficiency
Create and manage hot folders for automated production
Program and prepare variable-data print (VDP) projects
Work closely with production to ensure files are properly prepared for each print device across offset, digital, and large-format platforms. Perform first piece inspection and rule out
Required Experience & Skills
Minimum 5 years of prepress experience in a commercial print environment
Expert proficiency in:
o Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
o PitStop Pro
o Quite Imposing
o Kodak/Agfa Preps (imposition software)
o HP SmartStream Designer
o HP SmartStream Production Server
Strong understanding of color management, trapping, bleeds, dielines, and output standards
Thorough knowledge of offset, digital, and large-format printing file requirements
Ability to troubleshoot file issues quickly and accurately
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
Ability to work independently and communicate clearly with internal teams
Benefits
Paid sick time
Paid holidays
401(k) with profit sharing after vesting
Health insurance
Flexible hours/work-life balance
Opportunity to work in a supportive, skilled, small-team environment
If interested please reply with your resume and a brief summary of your experience.