Prepress Operator & File Prep Specialist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Timonium (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Maternity leave

Adoption assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

RRD in Timonium, MD is seeking a Pre-Press / Graphic Design specialist for the first shift. Responsibilities include reviewing client files, adjusting page layouts, and preparing proofs for press and bind operations. Experience with KodakPRINERGY and desktop publishing is a plus, with knowledge of Mac/PC workflows and various file formats.

The role supports our brand-wide print production process. Ideal candidates will understand offset printing and color interactions, perform minor equipment

Qualifications

• Experience with Digital Presses and/or Litho Presses is preferred.
• Proficient with Mac and PC graphic design software.
• Familiar with digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps) from Mac/PC.
• Understanding of offset printing and color interactions.
• Basic mechanical repair skills for scanners and image devices.

Responsibilities

• Review client files for completeness before plate making.
• Adjust layouts in desktop publishing to paper dimensions.
• Set up page layout with folds, trims, bleeds, and crop marks.
• Identify missing or problematic components and escalate.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and production to resolve issues.
• Load files to Pre-Press server.
• Create electronic pages and proofs for press/bind.
• May prepare color proofs for customer review.

Skills

Graphic Design

Pre-press coordination

File review

Tools

KodakPRINERGY

Desktop Publishing

Job description

RRD in Timonium, MD is seeking a Pre-Press / Graphic Design specialist for the first shift. Responsibilities include reviewing client files, adjusting page layouts, and preparing proofs for press and bind operations. Experience with KodakPRINERGY and desktop publishing is a plus, with knowledge of Mac/PC workflows and various file formats.

The role supports our brand-wide print production process. Ideal candidates will understand offset printing and color interactions, perform minor equipment