Pre-press Mailing Specialist - 1st Shift at Deluxe
Des Plaines, IL 60019
About the Job
The Pre-Press Mailing Specialist performs complex electronic pre-press functions. Must utilize a computer to prepare orders for printing and mailing; will likely utilize graphic arts and mailing software in the completion of duties. Duties and tasks at this level are of high complexity.
Shift/Hours: 1st Shift Monday - Friday 6:30am - 2:30pm.
Visual Preflight: ensure that customers receive timely and reliable feedback upon file submission for products and mailing questions.
Capable of creating workflows; troubleshooting issues and delivering high quality files to Plating or digital presses; build forms for maximum utilization of paper; factor in delivery requirements; manage multiple inputs of work requests in order to meet customer deliverables.
Responsible for fixing jobs that have minor issues that will prevent high quality print output.
Proficient using Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, Accuzip and Fusion Pro, Prinergy, and Pitstop.
Making sure job tickets and information for the press are correct.
Ability to troubleshoot files and identify possible mailing issues; communicate with customer service for any special request that is file related.
Sorting, de-duping, purging, merging, and cleaning up mail data that will be used for print production.
In-depth knowledge of USPS regulations, rates, and classes/types of mail.
Ability to utilize USPS software to obtain customer information (MID/CRID, NPA) required to sort mailings.
Address Customer service requests for mail/data related inquiries along with postage estimate requests.
Ability to use Fusion Pro composition software to build templates and generate Print ready mail files for various programs.
Ability to manage multiple inputs of work requests in order to meet established SLAs
Communicate with production on upcoming projects/deliverables.
Ability to work with internal and external customers to support onboarding of new work.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or 5 years of experience with pre-press, list sortation/mail processing, workflow, and high-end rips.
Proficiency using Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, Accuzip and Fusion Pro, Prinergy and Pitstop
Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with BCC, Visual Basic (RBA), Enfocus Switch, Java, USPS Mail Stream, and understanding of postal codes
Strong verbal and written communication skill
Why Join Us:
We value our people and offer generous benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision benefits start day ONE! PLUS: Paid time off, 401K, paid maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, pet bereavement and more!
There is a reason we boast numerous awards like “Great Place to Work Certified” and “Best Place to Work” For Moms, Dads, LGBTQ, and Veterans (just to name a few). At Deluxe, we know that great people make a great organization.
A culture that keeps people. 42% of our team has been here over 10 years. When we asked our team why, we heard the people, benefits, family/home time, diversity, and team culture.
Deluxe Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy, genetics, veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
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