Packaging Prepress Operator

About the Position

Packaging Prepress Operator

RRD Iridio De Pere is a Packaging Prepress location, with services including: packaging production artwork, prepress, color management services, and a range of proofing.

Responsibilities

• Create final production files using prepress applications (Adobe Creative Suite & Esko Tools)
• Import, trap, bleed, screen, and color separate final production files
• Generate and verify Barcodes
• Create dielines and/or templates
• Create stepping template and add printer specified press marks
• Perform color corrections to process color files for Flexo and/or Offset print processes
• Make alterations and revisions to existing production files, including light typesetting
• Operate Mac, production file server, proof output devices, RIPs, and workflows
• Generate hard copy proofs for customer review
• Create 3D renders
• Follow 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 and minor maintenance)
• Ability to solve problems with minimal supervision
• Read and comprehend job instructions, short correspondence, and emails
• Participate in Pre-Production meetings with Sales, Account Manager, Leadership, and other production staff
• Ensure jobs meet scheduling and quality requirements
• Apply a broad knowledge of packaging prepress to production workflows
• Maintain contact with RRD Account Manager to advise them of job progress, scheduling concerns, and requests for additional information or materials when required
• 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, vendors, suppliers, and the community

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor degree in a 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 Litho and Flexo print processes
• Experience working with different packaging substrate types for Litho and Flexo print processes
• Experience with software associated with packaging prepress (Adobe Creative Suite & Esko Tools)
• 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

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: USD 46,600 - USD 68,000 per year
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, and employer/partner discounts

About the Company

RRD provides marketing, packaging, print, and business services to the world’s most respected brands. The company’s proprietary technology, advanced data analytics, and expertise fuel organizational decision-making from strategy through execution, delivering sustainable solutions with the lowest possible environmental impact. Global organizations and regulated industries trust RRD to reduce complexity and drive audience connections across the entire customer journey.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.