RR Donnelley
Printing
ImagingOperator1
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“Imaging Operator 1 at RR Donnelley. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Works with a PC to electronically manage image files. Reviews plate image on the monitor for masthead and any obvious image errors such as margin errors, missing color, pagination errors, etc”
Industry & Context.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel, frequently required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear, occasionally required to walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception, Must be able to work with large sheets of aluminum (5. 5’ x 3. 75’ x. 016”), occasionally exposed to moving mechanical fumes or airborne chemicals that require special handling and risk of electrical shock, The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud, successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
0 - 2 years Relevant Experience
Nice to Have
digital press or HP indigo experience
What You'll Do.
Works with a PC to electronically manage image files
Reviews plate image on the monitor for masthead and any obvious image errors such as margin errors
Loads and images plates using the current plate imaging machines
Removes plate from processing line upon completion – checks plate for any obvious plate defects
Loads plate into the plate bender and bends the plate
Attaches slip sheet to plate after bending and places on cart in order – delivers plate carts to press
Makes necessary adjustments at the RIP to the reproduction curve and register
Unpacks large pallets of printing plates (up to approximately 5. 5’ x 3. 75’ x. 016”)
recycles and/or disposes of all packing materials
Communicates missing materials to the appropriate personnel
May handle responsibilities for the production schedules
reprints due to shortages
May be responsible for backing up other departments as needed
Maintains accurate records for work completed
preventative maintenance and other special projects
Replenishes the processor chemistry as needed
Performs schedule preventive maintenance on plate benders
plate processor and plate imaging equipment noting any defects and communicating those defects
Proficient at performing basic Quality Assurance job responsibilities including but not limited to checking CIV’s
documenting the shipping of samples and pulling color samples for color watch folders
Handle revisions as needed
Other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
communicate and interact with their team, leadership, other departments; may communicate with external departments
Communication Scope
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization; Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and document data; effectively communicate and interact with their team, leadership, other departments and may communicate with external departments; Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to other associates
Full Job Description
RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact. Join our amazing RRD/PCA printing team in Timonium, Maryland Close to Light Rail. Applicants with digital press or HP indigo experience please apply! KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES * Works with a PC to electronically manage image files. Reviews plate image on the monitor for masthead and any obvious image errors such as margin errors, missing color, pagination errors, etc. Loads and images plates using the current plate imaging machines. Removes plate from processing line upon completion – checks plate for any obvious plate defects. Loads plate into the plate bender and bends the plate. Attaches slip sheet to plate after bending and places on cart in order – delivers plate carts to press. 40% * Makes necessary adjustments at the RIP to the reproduction curve and register. Unpacks large pallets of printing plates (up to approximately 5.5’ x 3.75’ x .016”), recycles and/or disposes of all packing materials. Communicates missing materials to the appropriate personnel. 20% * May handle responsibilities for the production schedules, reprints due to shortages, damages, and printing errors. May be responsible for backing up other departments as needed. 20% * Maintains accurate records for work completed, preventative maintenance and other special projects. Replenishes the processor chemistry as needed. Performs schedule preventive maintenance on plate benders, plate processor and plate imaging equipment noting any defects and communi
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