Prepress Operator 3

RR Donnelley

Prepress Operator 3

Greensboro, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or, multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical.

    • Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn)

    • Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc.

    • Makes necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work.

    • Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required.

    • Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Requires comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set-up, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work to critical tolerances.

    • Skill in a wide-variety of complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform a variety of tasks to set-up, make major adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment to produce single-, two-, and/or multi-color work.

    • Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.

    • Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.

    Additional Information

    The national pay range for this role is $25.00 - $28.00/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
    • Vision coverage
    • Paid time off
    • Disability insurance
    • 401(k) with match
    • Life insurance
    • Various voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
    • Tuition assistance
    • Paid maternity leave
    • Adoption assistance
    • Employer/partner discounts

    RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

  • Industry
    Manufacturing