We are expanding our prepress team and are seeking an experienced first shift prepress operator at our main office located at: 3131 Elliott Ave., Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98121.

The primary role of the position is to preflight and prepare press-ready client files for our diverse print manufacturing operation.

Experience with large-format signage / display prep and sheet-fed traditional offset / digital printing prep and interest in layout & design services a plus. The position requires excellent attention-to-detail skills and working in a FAST-paced team environment. 80% prepress / 20% layout services.

Key Responsibilities:
• Review print job specifications to develop a full comprehension and thorough understanding of requirements in preflight before proceeding to prep
• Address job questions / tasks from other departments to keep client projects moving
• Follow all established department and company process guidelines and contribute feedback to improve current or emerging processes

Job Requirements:
• 3+ years experience as a Prepress and Layout Operator in a prepress environment at a printing operation
• Extensive experience using Adobe Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat Pro
• Working knowledge of spot-color / four-color separations, dieline creation and trapping
• Knowledge of Esko iCut Layout, FujiFilm XMF workflow, USPS mail requirements, XMPie / variable data printing, Enfocus Pitstop Pro, Quite Imposing, Excel, MS Office a plus

At AlphaGraphics Seattle, we provide our employees the opportunity to learn and grow within the organization while offering a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision plans, basic life insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and much more.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. EOE M/F/D/V

Please, no phone calls. Send a cover letter and resume to careers@alphagraphicsseattle.com.

Thank you for your interest in AlphaGraphics Seattle.