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Desktop Operator
Summary
Desktop Operator
- Posted 22-Oct-2026 (CST)
- 6009 Stertzer Road, Jefferson City, MO, USA
- Pay starting at $17.50 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Full Time
- Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
Join a Legacy of Quality, Innovation, and Community
Modern Litho is a local, family-owned printing company with over 85 years of industry-leading experience. We specialize in high-quality commercial printing and proudly serve clients across the country. As a family-owned business, we value our employees and cultivate a supportive, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and long-term success. Join us and become a part of a company that blends cutting-edge expertise with deep-rooted community values.
Freshly Printed: The Role You Have Been Looking For
As a Desktop Operator, you'll play a key role in preparing digital files for print production. You'll be responsible for ensuring all files meet print-ready standards. This includes checking for formatting errors, verifying content placement, and prepping materials for platemaking. In this role, you'll serve as the critical link between our customers' vision and the final printed product.
From Set up to Finish: Your Role in the Process
- Review and prepare customer-supplied digital files for print production
- Prepare digital files for direct mailing
- Identify and correct file issues such as missing fonts, low-resolution images, or layout errors
- Ensure proper file setup for imposition, color accuracy, and content placement
- Collaborate with customer service and press teams to clarify job specifications and resolve file-related issues
- Maintain organization of files throughout the production process
- Help ensure final print products meet customer expectations and internal quality standards
The Fine Print: What You Need to Succeed
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in prepress or graphic design, preferred
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, data cleaning, pivot tables)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and prepress software
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Your Production Schedule:
- Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Overtime available
All The Good Stuff:
- Company 401K Plan with Employer Match
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Voluntary Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long- Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 9 Paid Holidays
- $1,000 Referral Bonus
- Employee Wellness Program
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