Prepress operator job description
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Prepress operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in prepress operator job postings.
Sample prepress operator requirements
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
- Knowledge of prepress and printing processes
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues with files
- Experience with digital and offset printing
- Understanding of color theory and management
Sample required prepress operator soft skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
- Creative problem-solving skills
Prepress operator job description example 1
RRD prepress operator job description
Prelim/Prepress Operator 3
This Position Offers a $2,000 Sign-on Bonus!
St Charles, IL - Retail
Your Next Job Awaits You at RRD St Charles, IL!
Immediate openings for 2nd shift (3pm-11pm)!!
Join a Growing Team!
RRD's Marketing Solutions Plant is a 525,000 sq. ft facility offering sheet-fed commercial print capabilities that specialize in the print, fulfillment and distribution of In-Store Marketing solutions. Our Marketing Solutions Plant offers a full range of digital print-on-demand (wide- and grand-format, color and black & white with variable data capabilities), just-in-time offset print, pre-produced inventory management, warehousing and distribution services. Our Print Fulfillment & Distribution Services are part of our complete and fully integrated total print management program and supply chain solution.
RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer
Perks for joining the RRD team!!
We have a comprehensive, full-time benefits package that includes: medical/dental/vision and life insurance, short/long-term disability,401(k), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and more. We believe in promoting from within, so there is definitely opportunity for growth at RRD. Grow to where you want to be.
Job Description:
KIRK RD - The ideal candidate will be able to successfully color correct files, create Preps template layouts and ensure that output files meet internal and external customer requirements for Offset, small and large format digital.
+ Effectively communicate with customers, coworkers and management. Determine page layouts, accounting for folds, trims, die cuts, gripper, and color bars as necessary. Preflight files and identify missing or problematic file issues and communicate those issues to the CSR, customer and production personnel.
+ Create print ready files for manufacturing proofs used by the Press and Bindery operators during the manufacturing process. Job function may include operating CTP plate making equipment to prepare plates for press. Perform quality checks on finished plates before releasing to manufacturing. Perform troubleshooting on issues.
+ Must be able to work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac's and PC's. Advanced color management skills and the ability to work with different digital file formats are required.
+ Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices; must have the ability to continue to learn and use new graphics software on an ongoing basis. Must have a strong understanding of the offset and digital printing process.
Required Skills
+ Pre-flight files in the major pre-press applications.
+ Import, trap, bleed, and color separate production files for proofing & printing.
+ Create die files, proofs, and plates.
+ Operate and maintain Mac, Mac file server, proofers, printers, RIP.
+ Perform color correction to process color files for offset and Digital presses.
+ Work closely with customer service reps, press operators, and occasionally with sales and/or customers.
+ Follow ISO, Safety, Standard Operating procedures and general housekeeping requirements.
+ Record time and materials accurately.
+ Work in a neat, orderly manner, maintain supply levels, and request repair of equipment as necessary.
+ Maintain equipment (general minor maintenance
+ Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
+ Ability to resolve and solve problems with minimum supervision.
+ Must be able to communicate in basic English; read, write and understand
+ Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
+ Two to Three years of Kodak Prinergy experience.
Required Experience
+ Basic PC Skills
+ 5-7 years Mac experience required in a manufacturing environment.
+ Process color experience is required. Color correction and proofing experience a plus.
+ Process color and reproduction experience is a must.
+ Color management experience a plus.
+ Variable data creation and editing skills.
This Position Offers a $2,000 Sign-on Bonus!
St Charles, IL - Retail
Your Next Job Awaits You at RRD St Charles, IL!
Immediate openings for 2nd shift (3pm-11pm)!!
Join a Growing Team!
RRD's Marketing Solutions Plant is a 525,000 sq. ft facility offering sheet-fed commercial print capabilities that specialize in the print, fulfillment and distribution of In-Store Marketing solutions. Our Marketing Solutions Plant offers a full range of digital print-on-demand (wide- and grand-format, color and black & white with variable data capabilities), just-in-time offset print, pre-produced inventory management, warehousing and distribution services. Our Print Fulfillment & Distribution Services are part of our complete and fully integrated total print management program and supply chain solution.
RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer
Perks for joining the RRD team!!
We have a comprehensive, full-time benefits package that includes: medical/dental/vision and life insurance, short/long-term disability,401(k), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and more. We believe in promoting from within, so there is definitely opportunity for growth at RRD. Grow to where you want to be.
Job Description:
KIRK RD - The ideal candidate will be able to successfully color correct files, create Preps template layouts and ensure that output files meet internal and external customer requirements for Offset, small and large format digital.
+ Effectively communicate with customers, coworkers and management. Determine page layouts, accounting for folds, trims, die cuts, gripper, and color bars as necessary. Preflight files and identify missing or problematic file issues and communicate those issues to the CSR, customer and production personnel.
+ Create print ready files for manufacturing proofs used by the Press and Bindery operators during the manufacturing process. Job function may include operating CTP plate making equipment to prepare plates for press. Perform quality checks on finished plates before releasing to manufacturing. Perform troubleshooting on issues.
+ Must be able to work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac's and PC's. Advanced color management skills and the ability to work with different digital file formats are required.
+ Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices; must have the ability to continue to learn and use new graphics software on an ongoing basis. Must have a strong understanding of the offset and digital printing process.
Required Skills
+ Pre-flight files in the major pre-press applications.
+ Import, trap, bleed, and color separate production files for proofing & printing.
+ Create die files, proofs, and plates.
+ Operate and maintain Mac, Mac file server, proofers, printers, RIP.
+ Perform color correction to process color files for offset and Digital presses.
+ Work closely with customer service reps, press operators, and occasionally with sales and/or customers.
+ Follow ISO, Safety, Standard Operating procedures and general housekeeping requirements.
+ Record time and materials accurately.
+ Work in a neat, orderly manner, maintain supply levels, and request repair of equipment as necessary.
+ Maintain equipment (general minor maintenance
+ Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
+ Ability to resolve and solve problems with minimum supervision.
+ Must be able to communicate in basic English; read, write and understand
+ Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
+ Two to Three years of Kodak Prinergy experience.
Required Experience
+ Basic PC Skills
+ 5-7 years Mac experience required in a manufacturing environment.
+ Process color experience is required. Color correction and proofing experience a plus.
+ Process color and reproduction experience is a must.
+ Color management experience a plus.
+ Variable data creation and editing skills.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024