Printing Desktop Operator (Prepress Technician)

Mittera Group is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Printing Desktop Operator to join our production team in Philadelphia Pa.. In this role you will be responsible for preparing reviewing and formatting digital files to ensure they are ready for high-quality commercial print production.

• File Preparation: Format check and preflight digital files using Adobe Creative Suite to ensure proper resolution color modes (CMYK/Pantone) bleeds and fonts.
• Layout & Imposition: Create digital impositions plates or layouts optimized for digital and offset printing presses.
• Quality Control: Inspect proofs for accuracy alignment and formatting errors before final production runs.
• Troubleshooting: Resolve file corruptions missing links formatting discrepancies and coloring issues.
• Collaboration: Work closely with graphic designers sales representatives and press operators to meet tight deadlines.

• Experience: 2 years of experience in prepress desktop publishing or a commercial print environment. XMF Experience a plus
• Software: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop and Acrobat Pro). Experience with imposition software (e.g. Kodak Prinergy Fiery Command WorkStation) is highly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of commercial print processes color theory trapping bleed and margins.
• Attributes: Strong attention to detail excellent time-management skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing finishing graphic design data analytics direct mail processing and fulfillment services. Mitteras full-service approach connects data-driven revelations bar-raising creative and expertly printed materials to give our customers brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements