Large Format Prepress - 1st Shift

Quantum Graphics · Large Format Department

Schedule: Full-time, 1st shift, 6am – 2pm / Monday-Friday

Status: Hourly, non-exempt (overtime eligible)

About the role

Quantum Graphics is hiring a Large Format Operator to prepare client files and run our large format printing and cutting equipment. You'll take jobs from prepress through RIP and output, making sure every piece meets our quality standards and ships on deadline.

What you'll do

• Prepare client art for large format print production.
• Typeset files and handle layout and design work per client direction.
• RIP files to printers using Asanti and ONYX RIP software.
• Operate large format printers and cutters and check output against job specs.
• Handle confidential customer files and printed materials with care.
• Follow safe handling procedures for inks, solvents and other chemicals.

What you'll need

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat.
• Strong computer skills.
• Close attention to detail and strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage your own workload, work independently and meet deadlines.

Nice to have: 1–2 years of large format prepress experience; experience with Enfocus PitStop Pro, Asanti or ONYX; Mac prepress experience.

Pay and benefits

Starting pay is $22.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and skills, with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek.

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision
• LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and employer match
• Paid time off and holidays:
• Minnesota Paid Leave

Working conditions

• Mix of sitting (about 50%), standing (about 25%) and walking (about 25%).
• Lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs.
• Daily work with industrial solvents and inks in a production setting; training and protective equipment provided.
• Closed-toe shoes required.
• Occasional 10-hour shifts and weekend work.

Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check, done only after a conditional job offer and with your written authorization. We do not ask about criminal history on the application. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify you; we consider the nature of the offense, how it relates to this job and how much time has passed, consistent with Minnesota law. You may request a copy of any background report we obtain.

Equal opportunity

Quantum Graphics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. We will not ask about your pay history.

“If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, including for pregnancy or a disability, please let our Human Resources department know when you apply or when we contact you to schedule an interview.”