Prelim/Prepress Operator (2nd Shift)

RR Donnelley•De Pere, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

RRD's De Pere, Wisconsin location is seeking a dynamic, driven and experienced Prelim/Prepress Operator to join the team! This is a 2nd shift position in a climate-controlled environment. Reliability, critical thinking, and teamwork are critical to being successful in this role. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a $2.00/hr shift premium.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a graphic discipline related to functional work or role with 3-5 years of relevant work experience OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable work experience
Demonstrated knowledge of packaging prepress and print specifications for Flexo print processes
Experience working with different packaging substrate types for Flexo print processes
Experience with software associated with packaging prepress (Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to listen for understanding
Ability to problem solve, analyze potential solutions, and use good sound judgment to make decisions.

Responsibilities

Create final production files using prepress applications (Adobe Creative Suite) bleeds and color separate final production files (Final Plate Copy)
Import, trap, bleed, screen, and color separate final production files
Verification of barcodes (Quality Control)
Create a stepping template and add printer-specified press marks
Make alterations and revisions to existing production files, including light typesetting.
Operate Mac, production file server, proof output devices, RIPs, and workflows
Perform color corrections to process color files for Flexo print processes
Generate hard or soft copy proofs for internal reviews.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures
Record Time and Materials accurately (Priority List, signing out of orders)
Work in a neat, orderly manner, maintain supply levels, and request equipment repair as necessary.
Maintain equipment (general and minor maintenance)
Ability to solve problems with minimal supervision: Read and comprehend job instructions, short correspondence, and emails
Participate in Pre-Production meetings occasionally with other production staff
Ensure jobs meet scheduling and quality requirements
Apply knowledge of packaging prepress to production workflows
Facilitate the resolution of production-related problems in a timely manner and elevates appropriately when necessary
Use ethical business practices in dealing with customers, employees, and vendors.
Proofreading Docket Verification for the Production area
Ability to support the plate-making department: making, verifying, and marking materials needed for production
Understand basic plate-making skills
Responsible for training new and existing team members.