Prelim​/Prepress Operator

Prelim/Prepress Operator 3

Review electronic files that are received from clients and check them for thoroughness and completeness in advance of the plate making process

Using electronic page layout software (desktop publishing software) manipulates the format of the print job to the dimensions of the paper

Determine page layout, accounting for folds, trims, bleeds and gripper, and add crop marks and color bars as necessary

Identify missing or problematic components and communicate them to the Customer Service Rep, customer and production personnel

Work directly with Customer Service Rep, customer, and production personnel as necessary to work out any problems with the job

Load customer supplied electronic files for output during the manufacturing process

May prepare color proofs for customer review

May impose images and operate CTP plate making equipment and bending/tabbing equipment to prepare plates for press

Perform quality checks on finished plates before releasing to manufacturing

Responsible for training and supporting new and existing team members

Must be able to work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac's and PC's

A thorough understanding of digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps) from different operating systems (Mac and PC) is required

Experience with imposition software (Mac) and Adobe Creative Suite software (PC) is preferred

Advanced color management skills and the ability to work with different digital file formats are required

Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices; must have the ability to continue to learn and use new graphics software on an ongoing basis

Must have an understanding of the offset printing process and how one color affects another

Mechanical skills using small hand tools in order to make minor repairs and perform maintenance on a flatbed scanner, image setter, and automated film processing equipment is required

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $24.75 - $33.60 / hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay.

RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen