Title: Pre-Press Operator
Work Location: Authentix SPS Consett
Division & Department: Pre Press Studio
Position Reports to: Lyndsey Brett

JOB SUMMARY

The Pre-Press relies on knowledge of and experience with Lithographic Printing, Lithographic Plate Making, Proof Creation and Type setting to develop and oversee Customer Artwork and Plate production for our printing presses. This job requires a good understanding of customer artwork and vast experience of how the Printing Presses work and what need to be given in order to produce a high-quality product. Advanced knowledge in Adobe Suite, ECO3 (formally AGFA) Apogee Prepress and the ability to work independently with little supervision is required.
Numbering relies on knowledge of and experience with sequential numbering ranges to develop and oversee the Astrojet Printer. This job requires a critical eye for detail & information, a good understanding of math and high levels of concentration to produce a fully numbered complete batch of documents. Advanced knowledge in Flexmail, Excel, Number Batch creation, Astrojet set-up and the ability to work independently with little supervision is required.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are representative of the functions that must be performed to fulfill the purpose of this job. Additional functions and duties may be assumed or assigned from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of this job.

• 5 GSCE’s Grade 4 or above including Math’s and English
• Good Communication skills
• Good team working skills
• Ability to follow procedures
• Excellent attention to detail
• Design ability
• Manufacturing/Factory work experience

• 5 GSCE’s Grade 4 or above including Math’s and English
• Good Communication skills
• Good team working skills
• Ability to follow procedures
• Excellent attention to detail
• Design ability
• Manufacturing/Factory work experienc