Pre-Press Platemaker/Graphics/Forms Designer

DRC is one of the largest educational assessment and curriculum/instruction companies in the industry.  

Pre-press – Platemaker/Graphics/Forms Designer

Summary: 

This position is to generate printing plates for press production, using Kodak Prinergy software, Magnus hardware. Also assist with accurately and efficiently troubleshooting and correcting customer files prior to offset print or digital operations.  Projects will involve offset prepress, color correction, editing, typesetting, proof production, plating and job preparation for final production.  This position requires an individual to analyze and solve the problem quickly and independently and move on to the next project.

Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Interact with pressroom manager regarding plate/pressroom schedule
• Maintain platesetter and processor
• Interact with project manager to obtain or provide information regarding the design of current documents
• Develop documents using desktop design systems and applications
• Understand the scope of document design related to external and internal clients including elements needed for scanning accuracy
• Prioritize resources and tasks for the most efficient use of those resources
• Must be able to clearly communicate with team members and project management staff either verbally or in written form

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Graphic Arts or similar field preferred
• 3-4 years experience in prep-for-design offset and digital printing
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Pitstop, Illustrator, Photoshop, MS Publisher,  Kodak Prinergy – Workshop, Preps, Insite
• Demonstrated experience with Mac and Windows operating systems
• Design and layout experience
• Knowledge of direct to plate technology and imposition; prefer Kodak Prinergy
• Ability to multi-task, trouble-shoot problems quickly, and work independently
• Understands the correlation of quality inspection and ISO certification requirements

Essential Job Requirements:

• Report to work promptly when scheduled
• Be able to work under supervision and accept feedback 
• Relate effectively and work respectfully with diverse work groups
• Ability to consistently perform well during times of increased work load
• Set and meet deadlines
• Manage multiple job functions simultaneously
• Complete special projects as assigned

Reporting to this position:  No direct reports

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hour periods of time
• Ability to look at a computer monitor, utilize a keyboard and/or mouse for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to lift up to 40-50 pounds as necessary

• This position will be occasionally exposed to some hazardous material and conditions. In addition there will also be occasional exposure to loud noise

DRC retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Data Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Data Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.