Production Coordinator - Muscatine, United States - Stanley Consultants

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Production Coordinator for our Corporate owned print shop. The Production Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the production process of customer orders, guarantee timely completion of projects, and maintaining quality standards. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of the production process, from receiving orders to final delivery.
• Collaborate with customers to gather project requirements and guarantee clear communication throughout the production cycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, providing exceptional customer service and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Learn our Printers Plan and Webstore software for scheduling and maintaining orders.
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and resolving any issues that may arise.
• Work closely with the design team to ensure accurate and timely completion of artwork and proofs.
• Assist the design team with simple print file prepress setup.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while completing in a timely manner within given deadlines.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Conduct quality control checks to guarantee that all printed materials meet established standards.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma and 5+ years of experience in a print related field is a plus.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Basic knowledge of print production processes, including prepress, printing, finishing and print production software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with customers, colleagues, and vendors.

Note: The successful candidate will have a passion for print processes, a willingness to learn, ability to work under pressure and a strong work ethic. Also note this job description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

MANAGERIAL SCOPE:

Not applicable; this job typically does not have managerial responsibility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the member is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk; and hear. The member is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The member may have to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

We offer competitive compensation packages and a supportive work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth. If you are a dedicated employee with a passion for print design, we would love to hear from you.

Base Compensation: $ $28.61

Stanley Consultants is committed to maintaining transparency in our hiring process, including providing information about compensation. The starting salary for the successful candidate in this position is competitive and will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, geographic location, internal equity, company policy and practices.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)