Prepress Operator - Image Assembly

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm

Classification: Union hourly position

• Create final production files using prepress applications (Adobe Creative Suite & Esko Tools)
• Create dielines and/or templates
• Read and comprehend job instructions, short correspondence and emails
• Ensure jobs meet scheduling and quality requirements
• Operate Mac, production file server, proof output devices, RIPs and workflows
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and general housekeeping requirements
• Create stepping template and add printer specified press marks
• Import, trap, bleed, screen and color separate final production files
• Maintain equipment (general and minor maintenance)
• Generate hard copy proofs for customer review
• Make alterations and revisions to existing production files, including light typesetting
• Perform color corrections to process color files for Flexo and/or Offset print processes
• Ability to solve problems with minimal supervision
• Participate in Pre-Production meetings with Sales, Account Manager, Leadership and other production staff
• Use ethical business practices in dealing with customers, employees, vendors, suppliers and the community
• Facilitate the resolution of production-related problems in a timely manner and elevates appropriately when necessary
• Generate and verify Barcodes
• Record Time and Materials accurately
• Maintain contact with RRD Account Manager to advise them of job progress, scheduling concerns and requests for additional information or materials when required
• Apply knowledge of packaging prepress to production workflows
• Work in a neat, orderly manner, maintain supply levels, and request repair of equipment as necessary

• Ability to problem solve, analyze potential solutions and use good sound judgment to make decisions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to listen for understanding
• Training and staged wage increases with progression towards Journeyman rate will be provided as needed. Initial wage offered will be based on skills and experiences

• OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable work experience
• Associate or Bachelor degree in discipline related to functional work or role is desired
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, emphasis on Illustrator is preferred, Image Retouching in Adobe Photoshop is a plus

The national pay range for this role is $20.00 - $30.00 per hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location of the hired employee. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

At RRD, our people make a difference every day – in production, working with customers, or behind the scenes in a support role. They know how to manage the job and exceed expectations. Founded in 1846, RRD is a global company that employs over 25,000 people in 40 countries across the globe. For a challenging and rewarding career opportunity with an innovative industry leader, consider starting or continuing your career with RRD!