Smartpress - Prepress Technician at The Bernard Group | Smartpress in Duncan, South Carolina

Job Description:

Post-Hire Training

Recruitment #11-488-08

Company	Smartpress | The Bernard Group
Date Opened	7/30/2024 2:00:00 PM
Filing Deadline	10/7/2024 11:59:00 PM
Location	Duncan, SC

in cooperation with   Spartanburg Community College   is assisting with the recruitment and training for           Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? Smartpress, the Online Division of The Bernard Group, is a 100% employee-owned, fast-growing online printing service, disrupting the traditional printing industry one innovation at a time... and doing it all in sweet, sweet air conditioning! Our customers love us (seriously, google Smartpress reviews) and we love them right back, providing an easy online experience, high-quality printed products and world-class customer service. Not to mention our commitment to eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials (“smart” is in our name, after all).   Potential employment opportunities exist for:     Prepress Technician   The Prepress Technician ensures that electronic customer files and layouts contain the necessary components; prepares files to match the intention of the designer; prepares and checks files to make them printable. This position must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with all Smartpress’s departmental teams and with the clients.  This role utilizes available programming software and Adobe Creative Suite tools to manipulate, analyze, and output print ready files and supporting ticket information for production.  This role is also responsible for identifying process improvement opportunities and automating and standardizing workflow utilizing PitStop software   Job Duties:

• Ensures that files and layouts contain the necessary components; checks colors and ensure they match the desired end product; checks file resolution
• Prepares files to match the original art design
• Prepares and checks files to assure that they are printable; ensures files are imposed and stepped up to maximize yield of specified substrate and print device
• Documents, names files correctly, and rips file (converts to a format that printers can use); ensures colors are handled correctly
• Uses computers and systems (including hardware and software) to set up functions, enter data or process information.
• Follows all TBG protocol and procedures according to company  standards.
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Uses excellent interpersonal communication skills and is able to work with a variety of people and personalities to ensure high levels of internal and external customer service

Skills & Abilities:

• File setup expert - assisting customers with print file setup as needed and as it relates to mail addressing areas.
• Quality focused - we strive to produce a brilliant print product every time out.
• Analyzing supplied artwork - skilled at performing preflight checks on supplied print files. 
• Troubleshooting - candidates should be adept at quickly identifying and rectifying file setup issues.
• Multi-tasking - managing multiple messages, questions, requests.
• Adobe Creative Suite - candidate is proficient in the use of Adobe products used for premedia setup, particularly InDesign.
• Strong verbal and written communication
• General Printing Industry knowledge
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of USPS standards, processes (including PVDS) and processing categories. Ability to talk through these, as well as our internal CASS, NCOA, and Dedupe processes with customers
• Ability to follow and execute complex directions
• Ability to follow and design to a template
• Ability to clean and process a mailing list is a plus
• BCC software knowledge is a plus.

Experience Required:

• High School degree or GED required. Associate degree in graphic arts a plus, or equivalent work experience
• Proficient computer skills, including Adobe Creative Suite (including shortcuts), Pitstop, word, Excel, GMG knowledge a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS JOB

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.  Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization.
• Apply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding and office equipment use and to review detailed reports and information
• Move around the plant and office areas repeatedly throughout the day

Benefits Summary: Our practice is to hire top talent and pay them competitively. The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:

• Competitive Wages and Benefits
• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs:     
  o 100% Employee-Owned
  o 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment
• Climate Controlled

What, still want more? We have it.

• A culture of freedom and trust
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side
• We have fun!

Shift hours:  M-F 8:00 am – 5:00 pm  Starting wage or wage range:  $21.00 per hour     Click Here to apply.
You will be taken to another website.     Computer access available at Spartanburg SC Works office – 110 Commerce St., Spartanburg SC 29302 or your nearest SC Works office Office Hours:  8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.     An Equal Opportunity Employer
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