Lead Prepress Operator - Color Mgmt & Plate Prep

RRD; Timonium (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

RRD is seeking a Pre-Press Lead in Maryland to review client files, prepare layouts, and ensure accuracy before plate making. Experience with Kodak PRINERGY is a plus and proficiency in Mac/PC graphic design tools is required.

The role involves coordinating with Customer Service and production, loading files for output, and may involve color proofs and plate preparation on tight deadlines. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Candidate must work with graphic design/layout software on Mac and PC.
• Strong understanding of digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps).
• Experience with imposition software and Adobe Creative Suite preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review electronic files for completeness before plate making.
• Load client files for output during manufacturing.
• Prepare color proofs and impose images for plate making.
• Perform quality checks on finished plates prior to manufacturing.

Skills

Graphic design software

Mac & PC familiarity

Color management

Pre-press knowledge

Tools

Imposition software

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

RRD is seeking a Pre-Press Lead in Maryland to review client files, prepare layouts, and ensure accuracy before plate making. Experience with Kodak PRINERGY is a plus and proficiency in Mac/PC graphic design tools is required.

The role involves coordinating with Customer Service and production, loading files for output, and may involve color proofs and plate preparation on tight deadlines. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are expected.