Engineering ProjectProcess Manager (Prepress Technologies)

RRD is seeking an experienced Engineering Project/Process Manager with experience in the print industry! 

The ideal candidate will lead standardize and innovate our prepress workflows and enterprise color management this role you will be responsible for orchestrating complex technical projects across multiple business units ensuring seamless technology integration print standardization and top-tier color accuracy across all print processes.

He/She should possess deep expertise in prepress automation workflow management systems (specifically Kodak Prinergy) advanced color science plate technologies and vendor management.

Responsibilities 

Project Leadership & Workflow Integration

• Lead end-to-end planning and implementation of technical prepress and color management projects across multiple business units.
• Manage and orchestrate complex software workflow upgrades system migrations and enterprise-wide technology rollouts with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Develop maintain and optimize prepress automation using Kodak Rules-Based Automation (RBA) and Enfocus Switch to drive operational efficiency and error reduction.

Enterprise Color Management & Print Standardization

• Establish and maintain enterprise-wide color management specifications standards and guidelines.
• Lead print process standardization across digital proofing flexographic and offset printing operations.
• Perform digital proofing and offset press color assessment and custom color/ICC profile data modeling.
• Ensure consistent color reproduction across diverse substrates output devices and geographical locations.

Prepress & Plate Technologies

• Oversee and optimize prepress systems centered on the Kodak Prinergy and Esko workflow environment.
• Maintain working technical knowledge and operational expertise in flexographic and offset plate technologies imaging devices and CTP (Computer-to-Plate) output systems.
• Troubleshoot complex technical prepress and color issues driving root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Vendor & Capital Asset Management

• Manage vendor relationships across multiple touchpoints including software hardware plate materials and measurement equipment vendors.
• Lead technical evaluations specifications and project delivery for capital equipment and software purchases.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Operations IT Quality Assurance and Procurement) to align technical investments with overall business objectives.

Qualifications :

• A Bachelors degree in Industrial Process Mechanical Engineering or a degree related to Manufacturing Management is preferred.
• Experience in prepress operations color management engineering or graphic communication project management.
• Minimum of 5 years related experience
• Project Management: Proven track record of managing complex cross-departmental technical projects software upgrades and multi-site implementations
• Vendor Management: Experience evaluating negotiating and managing third-party vendor contracts and capital equipment procurement
• Ability to execute capital projects by managing groups of employees equipment manufacturers and other suppliers both remotely and onsite
• Manage the estimating capability analysis and implementation of equipment additions and improvements
• Develop utilize and update complex spreadsheets and project management tools to track assets capabilities condition age and replacement plans across the worldwide manufacturing platform.
• Create detailed models and testing protocols to compare new equipment technologies as they are introduced to facilitate the asset selection process
• Proven ability to develop relationships by networking within and outside the company to provide rapid responses to manufacturing needs
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel PowerPoint and Word is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Industry Specific Skills 

• Workflow Systems: Advanced proficiency with the Kodak Prinergy workflow environment.
• Automation: Hands-on experience building and maintaining automated workflows using Kodak Rules-Based Automation (RBA) and Enfocus Switch.
• Color Science: Deep expertise in enterprise color management color measurement devices spectral data analysis ICC profiling press characterization raster imaging processing and industry standards (e.g. G7 ISO 12647 FIRST).
• Print Technology: Strong operational knowledge of flexographic and offset print processes plate making technologies and proofing hardware/software.

Additional Information :

RRDs current salary range for this role is $99100 to $158500 / year. The salary range may be adjusted based on the applicable geographic location of the hired employee and the range may change in the future. At RRD it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon but not limited to education skills experience proficiency performance shift and location. Depending on the role in addition to base salary the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus commission or incentive program. RRDs benefit offerings include medical dental and vision coverage paid time off disability insurance 401(k) with company match life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages plus parental leave adoption assistance tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans

At RRD we value innovation authenticity and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time