Kelly Press Inc Looking for Production Planner at DMV, Maryland, United States, Full Time

In search of a dynamic Production Planner with at least years printing experience The ideal candidate will plan and record all procedures and specifications using printing system software

Excellent attention to detail and optimum communication skills are required to help ensure the correct reproduction of the product, using the specifications relayed by the sales department, is achieved with minimal errors

We offer an excellent benefits package and great work / life balance

Check all details to ensure completeness of artwork, press, layout, ink, ink sequence, packaging delivery, quantity, and material availability

Also, check previous jacket to ensure that no problems were encountered which can be avoided on the next print job

Write up jackets with all information, to include layouts, samples, dummies, roll cards and artwork labeled with tag in envelope

Responsible for reviewing all changes on the jacket and updating production specifications where necessary

Check with production scheduler to get commitment for time slots and notify sales

Responsible to get a copy job jacket to the scheduler

Responsible to review estimates vs actual job; re-plan and notify sales if more economical way to process the job is available

Responsible to check and ensure stock and ink are standard items and standard quantities, otherwise notify plant foreman for purchasing of more ink and stock

Must communicate with outside vendors regarding schedules and other information to help ensure job runs and finishes with minimal problems

Technical knowledge of printing process attained by – years of experience in the printing field

Proficient in techniques of sheet-fed and didde presses

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