Platemaker

Rrdonnelley; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

RR Donnelley is seeking a plates technician to operate plate making equipment and review the quality of images for print readiness. You will maintain production records and perform routine maintenance on platemaking systems.

The role requires 1+ years in print or graphic design, fluency with Mac/PC software, and a solid understanding of digital file formats. Competitive hourly pay with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• Experience with print or graphic design is expected.
• Proficiency in Mac and PC layout tools and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong color management and imposition skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Impose images and operate plate making equipment for plates.
• Review plates for defects and maintain production docs.
• Prepare color proofs for customer review when needed.
• Troubleshoot platemaking equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Coordinate with CSR and production on missing components.
• Operate desktop publishing tools to fit print layouts and paper size.

Skills

Mac and PC software

Adobe Creative Suite

Imposition software

Color management

Mechanical tools

Communication with CSR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 year technical degree/certification

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Imposition software (Mac)

Desktop publishing software

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Impose images and operate plate making, bending/tabbing, and sheering, equipment to prepare plates for press
• Review images produced on plate for defects or errors
• Maintain production documentation
• Responsible for physical creation of flexographic and/or lithographic plates
• May replenish materials necessary in automatic plate processors and perform routine light maintenance on equipment
• May maintain inventory for plate making materials
• 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) to manipulate 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 CSR, customer and production personnel
• May prepare color proofs for customer review
• Perform quality checks on finished plates before releasing to manufacturing
• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance on platemaking equipment
• Other duties as assigned

High School Diploma or GED required, 2 year technical degree or certification preferred

1+ years of print or graphic design experience

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 preferred

Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices

Must have an understanding of the printing process

Mechanical skills using small hand tools in order to make minor repairs and perform maintenance on platemaking equipment

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $17.50 - $28.00 / 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

At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

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