Review job orders to understand specifications and ensure accurate pre-press setup.

Prepare digital files for printing, including image adjustments and color corrections.

Operate and maintain pre-press equipment such as imagesetters and computer-to-plate (CTP) systems.

Proofread and inspect proofs for errors in layout, text, and image quality.

Troubleshoot technical issues related to pre-press processes and equipment malfunctions.

Collaborate with designers and print operators to resolve pre-press related problems.

Ensure compliance with quality control standards and procedures throughout the pre-press stage.

Manage and organize digital assets, including fonts, images, and layouts.

Calibrating printing presses to ensure accurate color reproduction and alignment.

Reviewing and approving image proofs for color accuracy and print quality.

Mounting printing plates onto the press cylinders with precision.

Mixing inks to match specified colors and viscosities for printing jobs.

Selecting appropriate paper, inks, and coatings based on job requirements.

Operating printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials.

Monitoring print quality during production runs and making adjustments as needed.

Diagnosing and resolving printing press malfunctions and quality issues.

Performing routine maintenance on printing presses to ensure optimal performance.

Implementing strategies to minimize waste of materials and resources.

Managing inventory of inks, paper, and other printing supplies.

Adhering to safety regulations and procedures in the printing environment.

Review job orders to determine the quantity, specifications, and special instructions for printing materials.

Set up and adjust printing machines, including loading paper, adjusting ink flow, and aligning printing plates.

Monitor the printing process to ensure quality, color accuracy, and proper registration of images.

Perform routine maintenance on printing equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn parts.

Mix inks to match specified colors, using color charts and formulas.

Inspect printed materials for defects, such as smudges, misprints, and incorrect colors, and make necessary adjustments.

Maintain inventory of printing supplies, including paper, ink, and cleaning solutions, and order replacements as needed.

Collaborate with other printing staff to troubleshoot problems and ensure efficient production.

Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Operate and maintain pre-press equipment, such as scanners, image setters, and plate-making machines.

Prepare digital files for printing, including making necessary adjustments to images and text.

Create printing plates from digital files, using plate-making equipment.

Proofread and inspect pre-press materials for errors before printing.

Store and retrieve printing plates and other pre-press materials.

Dispose of waste materials properly, following environmental regulations.