Four or more years of experience in a commercial print or prepress environment is required.
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
A strong understanding of printing, proofing, imposition, and prepress workflows is required.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills are required.
The candidate must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with common business software and production systems is required.
Responsibilities
Review customer artwork, job tickets, and production specifications.
Preflight files to ensure artwork is complete and production-ready.
Create layouts and perform file impositions to optimize production.
Prepare and generate customer proofs for approval.
Edit and adjust production files to meet printing and finishing requirements.
Output printing plates using Kodak and Esko/DuPont systems.
Verify crop marks, die lines, color breaks, page positions, and production specifications.
Identify and resolve file-related issues before production.
Collaborate with Client Services, Account Management, and Production teams.
Maintain quality standards while minimizing waste and rework.
Support workflow improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
Follow company safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in packaging, printing, publishing, or graphic production is preferred.
Experience with Kodak Prinergy/InSite, Preps, EFI Metrix, Pandora, or similar workflow software is preferred.
Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing
At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we’re on a mission to be the world’s leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina’s vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we’re at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.
Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we’ve nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we’re just getting started.
Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that’s shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.
Join Millennium Print Group as a Prepress Operator!
We're looking for an experienced Prepress Operator to join our team. If you're passionate about print production, graphic file preparation, digital workflows, and quality excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with one of the world's leading trading card manufacturers.
The Prepress Operator is responsible for preparing customer artwork and print files for production by ensuring all files are accurate, properly formatted, and production-ready.
This role supports the pre-production process through proofing, imposition, file preparation, and plate output while helping maintain exceptional quality standards and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills to support a high-volume print manufacturing environment.
🔹 What You'll Do
Review customer artwork, job tickets, and production specifications.
Preflight files to ensure artwork is complete and production-ready.
Create layouts and perform file impositions to optimize production.
Prepare and generate customer proofs for approval.
Edit and adjust production files to meet printing and finishing requirements.
Output printing plates using Kodak and Esko/DuPont systems.
Verify crop marks, die lines, color breaks, page positions, and production specifications.
Identify and resolve file-related issues before production.
Collaborate with Client Services, Account Management, and Production teams.
Maintain quality standards while minimizing waste and rework.
Support workflow improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
Follow all company safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
🔹 What You'll Bring
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
4+ years of experience in a commercial print or prepress environment.
Experience in packaging, printing, publishing, or graphic production preferred.
Skills & Abilities
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite:
Acrobat
InDesign
Photoshop
Illustrator
Experience with Kodak Prinergy/InSite, Preps, EFI Metrix, Pandora, or similar workflow software preferred.
Strong understanding of printing, proofing, imposition, and prepress workflows.
Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with common business software and production systems.
🔹 How You Will Be Successful
Passion for Cards
Help create premium trading card products enjoyed by collectors and fans around the world.
Dedicated to Quality
Ensure every file entering production meets the highest standards of print quality and accuracy.
Building Relationships
Work collaboratively with customers, designers, Client Services, and production teams.
Integrity and Respect
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and pride in your work.
Challenging the Expected
Drive innovation and continuous improvement throughout the prepress process.
Why Join MPG?
Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card printer in the world. We combine innovation, technology, and craftsmanship to create products enjoyed by millions of fans worldwide.
Benefits Include
Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Career Development Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
Apply Today
Join the team behind some of the world's most iconic trading card products and help transform customer artwork into world-class printed products.
Apply today and be part of the magic behind the cards.
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What to Expect
MPG offers a leading-edge compensation package which includes the following:
A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
And, much more!
Millennium Print Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job. The following qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.