Prelim/Prepress Operator 2

RR Donnelley; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join their team in a role focused on print production and quality assurance. This position involves reviewing electronic files, operating advanced plate-making equipment, and collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless production processes. With a commitment to environmental sustainability and a diverse range of clients, this innovative firm offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. If you have a passion for graphic design and print technology, this role could be your next great career move.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Proficiency with graphic design software on Mac and PC.
• Understanding of digital file formats across operating systems.
• Mechanical skills for minor repairs of printing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review electronic files for completeness before plate-making.
• Operate CTP plate-making equipment and perform quality checks.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve job issues effectively.

Skills

Graphic Design Software Proficiency

Understanding of Digital File Formats

Experience with Imposition Software

Advanced Color Management Skills

Mechanical Skills for Equipment Maintenance

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Imposition Software

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Company Description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and worldwide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Description

1. Review electronic files received from clients to ensure thoroughness and completeness before the plate-making process.
2. Use electronic page layout software to format print jobs according to paper dimensions.
3. Determine page layout, considering folds, trims, bleeds, gripper, and add crop marks and color bars as needed.
4. Identify missing or problematic components and communicate issues to the Customer Service Rep, customer, and production team.
5. Collaborate directly with Customer Service, customers, and production personnel to resolve job issues.
6. Load customer-supplied electronic files for output during manufacturing.
7. Prepare color proofs for customer review, if necessary.
8. Operate CTP plate-making equipment and bending/tabbing equipment to prepare plates for press, and impose images as needed.
9. Perform quality checks on finished plates before releasing them to manufacturing.

Disclosure Statement

The pay range for this role at the specified location is $25.20 to $35.04 per hour. Actual pay may vary based on education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance, tuition assistance, parental leave, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with graphic design and layout software on Mac and PC.
• Understanding of digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps) across operating systems.
• Experience with imposition software (Mac) and Adobe Creative Suite (PC) preferred.
• Advanced color management skills and ability to work with various digital formats.
• Ability to output digital files to different devices and learn new graphics software.
• Understanding of offset printing processes and color interactions.
• Mechanical skills for minor repairs and maintenance of printing equipment.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential per EEO guidelines. RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including for disability and veterans.