About the role
Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Production Coordinator to join our dynamic printing company. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee the production process, ensure timely delivery of high-quality printed materials, and collaborate with various teams to meet client expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for quality control and project management, we encourage you to apply.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and distribute daily print schedules, job tickets, and related materials
Create Excel spreadsheets and maintain data
Database management of electronic files
Effectively communicate job status with management, project management, and production teams
Arrange meetings as needed
Provide internal customer support with the press and finishing machines’ electronic computer system, and troubleshoot and collaborate with information technology department to determine and correct system errors
Main point of contact regarding the press and finishing machines’ electronic computer system
Coordinate customer sample requirements with client services team, ensuring optimal quality
Maintain quality sample library
Effectively observe and judge that quality levels are maintained and notify management if quality levels are not achieved
Perform repetitive inspections to identify defects and variations from established standards
Monitor the progress of jobs throughout production, confer with manufacturing operations on the counts and final runs and ensure the final product meets customer requirements and company standards
Assist Safety Coordinator with management of safety efforts and policies
Active member of Safety Committee, assist in the planning, implementation, and administration of safety programs and initiatives
Observe work areas for unsafe conditions and take appropriate action to correct issues
Participate in onsite inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices
Actively contribute to building a strong health and safety culture across the whole of Mittera New York
Maintain positive and proactive relations with managers and employees
All other duties as assigned
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Printing experience preferred
Strong attention to detail
Strong basic Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills
Ability to learn and master new applications quickly
Knowledgeable quality standards and can recognize quality defects
Must have continual attention to detail in establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environment
Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization and customers
Self-motivated with a passion for job excellence
Physical Requirements
Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, and periods of walking and standing.
Must be able to lift 20-40 pounds.
Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.
Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision Life and AD&D Policies Short and Long-Term Disability 401K with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Volunteer Time Off Paid Veteran Time Off Legal Insurance Identity Theft Protection Employee Assistance Program Educational Assistance Parental Leave Advancement Opportunities Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.