Job Overview
Print Central in Blaine, MN, is looking for a motivated Customer Service Representative (CSR) / Prepress Coordinator / Digital Press Operator to join our team.
This hybrid role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with clients, managing project details, preparing print-ready files, and running digital press production. You’ll be the bridge between our customers and production floor, ensuring every project is completed with accuracy, speed, and top-quality results.
Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Service & Prepress
- Serve as the first point of contact for walk-in, phone, and email inquiries.
- Assist clients with project specs, print options, and pricing.
- Prepare print jobs in prepress workflow:
- Review and preflight customer files
- Ensure artwork meets production specs
- Make minor adjustments using Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, or Canva
- Enter orders into the print management system (Printavo or similar).
- Manage timelines to ensure jobs are completed accurately and on time.
- Support local delivery coordination or customer pickup scheduling.
Digital Press Operation
- Set up, operate, and maintain digital presses for short-run and quick-turn projects.
- Run small-format and mid-format jobs (business cards, brochures, flyers, booklets, labels).
- Monitor quality throughout the run, adjusting color, registration, and finishing as needed.
- Perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance on press equipment.
- Work with finishing equipment (folding, trimming, laminating) as required.
- Collaborate with production team for large-scale offset or specialty projects.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in a print shop, marketing services firm, or related environment preferred (willing to train the right person).
- Hands-on experience operating digital presses (Xerox, Konica Minolta, Ricoh, Canon, or similar) strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage projects in a fast-paced setting.
- Local to Blaine or North Metro area preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Pay: From $20/hour, depending on experience
- Benefits:
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career growth in a supportive, small-team environment
- Cross-training and leadership development opportunities
Schedule
- 8-hour shift
- In-person work at Print Central, Blaine
Join the Print Central team in Blaine and help deliver high-quality printing solutions to businesses in the Twin Cities!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
