Lead Prepress & Plate Technician

RR Donnelley & Sons; Timonium (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons in Timonium, MD is seeking a pre-press operator to review client files, prepare layouts, and finalize plates for production. The role involves manipulating electronic files, ensuring accuracy in folds, trims, bleeds, and color bars, and coordinating with Customer Service and production to resolve issues.

Ideal candidates will have proficiency with Mac/PC graphic design software, knowledge of PDF/TIFF/EPS formats, and experience with imposition software and Adobe Creative

Qualifications

• Proficient with Mac/PC graphic design tools and file handling formats (PDF/TIFF/EPS).
• Experience with imposition software and Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Strong color management and ability to adapt formats for various outputs.
• Knowledge of offset printing processes and how color separations interact.
• Ability to output digital files to different output devices; willingness to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Review client files for completeness before plate making.
• Use desktop publishing software to adjust layout to paper size.
• Determine page layout considering folds, trims, bleeds, and gripper; add crop marks and color bars.
• Identify missing or problematic components and communicate with Customer Service and production teams.
• Load client files for output during manufacturing and prepare color proofs as needed.
• Operate CTP plate making equipment and related tooling; perform plate prep for press.
• Perform quality checks on finished plates before release to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and production to resolve issues and support special projects.
• Engage in cross-training with other areas as required by management.

Skills

Graphic design software

Mac/PC cross-platform

Color management

Digital file formats

Offset printing knowledge

Problem solving

Tools

Imposition software (Mac)

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

RR Donnelley & Sons in Timonium, MD is seeking a pre-press operator to review client files, prepare layouts, and finalize plates for production. The role involves manipulating electronic files, ensuring accuracy in folds, trims, bleeds, and color bars, and coordinating with Customer Service and production to resolve issues.

Ideal candidates will have proficiency with Mac/PC graphic design software, knowledge of PDF/TIFF/EPS formats, and experience with imposition software and Adobe Creative