Angela Rose
Zimmermann Company
Cedar Grove,WI
29
years of professional experience
Experienced prepress and digital printing professional with a long record of improving print workflows, training staff, and solving production issues. Known for strong computer skills, time management, and hands-on leadership that supports quality output and efficient schedules. Brings industry knowledge, accountability, and a focus on continuous improvement.
Work History
Prepress/Digital Printing Manager
6 Years 3 Months- Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
- Monitored performance issues, provided coaching, and reinforced accountability across assigned team.
- Coordinated communication between staff and management to align schedules, tasks, and deliverables.
- Trained new hires on procedures, expectations, and quality standards to accelerate onboarding.
- Reviewed work quality, identified errors, and implemented corrections to improve consistency.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, trained, and mentored individuals with lagging skills.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
Prepress Specialist
22 Years 4 Months- Prepared print-ready files, ensuring artwork, bleeds, and trims met packaging specifications.
- Verified color separations and proof output for accuracy before plate production.
- Checked dielines, dimensions, and registration marks to prevent downstream production errors.
- Adjusted layouts and imposition to optimize sheet usage and press efficiency.
- Operated prepress software to output proofs and production files with consistent accuracy.
- Operated and maintained image and plate setters.
- Utilized Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to prepare jobs for color proofs and print.
- Optimized printer using G7 standards, resulting in improved color consistency across different substrates and printing devices.
- Avoided downtime by addressing issues with prepress equipment immediately and applying troubleshooting techniques to identify root cause issues.
Education
Graphic Technologies - Graphics And Printing Communication
Skills
Prepress software
Time management
Decision-making
Communication skills
Problem-solving
Prepress operations
Team leadership
Digital software proficiency
Timeline
Prepress/Digital Printing Manager
Zimmermann Company
07.2020 - 10.2026Read More
Prepress Specialist
Sheboygan Paper Box Company
03.1998 - 07.2020Read More
Lakeshore Technical College
Graphic Technologies from Graphics And Printing Communication
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