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30d ago

Graphic Design and Pre-Press

PIP Printing Downey Downey, CA

Downey, CA

30d ago Closed

$45k - $55k/yr Full time Adobe Creative Suite Adobe Illustrator Creative Production

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 20, 2026).

Job Description

PIP Printing Downey is hiring a Prepress Production Associate to help prepare customer files for production in a fast-paced commercial printing environment. This onsite role in Downey, CA supports everything from file review and preflighting to creating press-ready PDFs and production files. You’ll be part of a stable, full-time team where you can learn commercial printing, direct mail, fulfillment, and advanced production workflows.

Compensation: $45,000–$55,000 per year (depending on experience). Experience level: 1 year minimum.

What You’ll Do

Review customer files to confirm they are production-ready.
Preflight and prepare artwork for digital and large-format printing.
Make minor edits and corrections when files need adjustments.
Create press-ready PDFs and other production files.
Process variable data and mailing projects (training provided).
Assist with USPS mailing file preparation and postal documentation.
Coordinate with customer service and production staff about file issues and job requirements.
Prioritize multiple jobs while meeting customer deadlines.
Organize and maintain digital job files for smooth handoffs.
Help identify and resolve production issues before jobs reach the press.

What You Bring

1–3 years of experience in prepress, print production, copy/print services, sign production, or a related field.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including Acrobat.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including Illustrator.
Working knowledge of Photoshop (basic proficiency is sufficient).
Comfort using Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
Ability to stay organized and manage multiple projects at once.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work well with others.
Dependability and a strong work ethic.

Helpful Experience (Not Required)

Commercial printing experience.
Variable data printing (VDP).
USPS mailing knowledge.
BCC Software or similar mailing software.
Experience with Fiery, Xerox, Canon, Ricoh, or other digital print workflows.
Large-format printing experience.

Tools You’ll Use

Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop), plus Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

Benefits and Team Culture

401(k) and 401(k) matching
Dental, vision, and health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off, including paid vacation and holidays
Retirement plan
Medical and dental insurance
Employee discount
Stable, full-time position with an established company (nearly 60 years in business)
Friendly, team-oriented environment
Opportunity to learn commercial printing, direct mail, fulfillment, and advanced production workflows

Pre-Press experience: 1 year (preferred).

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