Media Factory Lead - 1st Shift

Bertelsmann-Jobs; California; On-site; USD 28,667 - 31,423; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 6%

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arvato is seeking a Media Factory Lead in Valencia, CA to coordinate daily workflow and ensure on-time production for internal SLAs. You will direct Finishing Technicians and Digital Print Operators, manage USPS presorts, and adapt to production demands to meet quality and schedule targets.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with binders, saddle stitchers, and Ricoh/Oce printers, plus strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High speed printing concepts, practices, procedures.
• Familiar with USPS presort practices.
• Hands-on experience with binders and saddle stitchers.
• Experience with Ricoh/Oce printers and print management software.
• Able to lead and collaborate with teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Directs and leads Finishing Technicians & Digital Print Operators.
• Ensures integrity of USPS presort mailings and related items.
• Engages as Digital Print Operator or Finishing Technician as needed.
• Reads production schedule to coordinate daily activity.
• Adjusts machine settings to meet specifications.
• Maintains daily operator maintenance and documentation.
• Keeps output quality and shift production targets.
• Manages consumable inventory and communicates replenishment needs.

Skills

High speed printing

USPS presort

Bindery & saddle stitchers

Ricoh/Oce printers

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Process Director

Prisma

Fiery controllers

Prisma

Horizon equipment

Job description

Compensation

USD 20.81 - USD 22.81 per hour.

Company Description

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries. You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

The Media Factory Lead is responsible for coordinating daily workflow to ensure that orders are produced on time to meet all internal service level agreements.

• Directs and leads the work of Finishing Technicians & Digital Print Operators
• Ensures Integrity and organization of USPS presort mailings of First-Class Letters/Flats; Marketing Mail Letter/Flats for Permit Imprint and Metered mail.
• Engages as Digital Print Operator or Finishing Technician as needed to meet production demands
• Reads and interprets production schedule to coordinate daily activity
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications, accurately and in a timely fashion
• Responsible for ensuring daily operator maintenance is complete and documented
• Responsible for maintaining output quality and shift production targets
• Responsible for keeping an accurate count of all consumable supplies and communicating to Management when orders need to be placed
• Ensures that bindery and print area is neat and clean to provide a professional and safe working environment
• Equipment Utilized: BQ-470 / Mueller Martini Perfect Binders, Horizon Stitchliner 5500, Paper cutter and 3 knife trimmer, MBO / Horizon Paper Folder, BB700 W&D Inserters, D&K Laminator / Kluge Die Cutter, and Ricoh 5000 / Oce 7650 & 6250

Qualifications

• Familiar with high speed digital printing concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Familiar with USPS presort practices and procedures.
• Hands on experience of perfect binders and saddle stitchers required.
• Hands on experience with Ricoh / Oce printers and print management software.
• Able to function as a contributing member and leader of various work teams.
• Able to interact with all levels of employees, management, and external clients.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 3-4 years of experience within a print production environment required.
• Intermediate knowledge of Process Director, Prisma, and Fiery controllers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Organizational and planning skills, including ability to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set goals and enforce deadlines, while maintaining flexibility to reassess and prioritize goals.
• Analytical, reasoning and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Computer literacy (proficient in Microsoft Windows/Office 365 navigation and functionality).
• Practical Mathematical skills as well as reading and converting fractions.

Benefits

• Salary range for Valencia, CA: $20.81 - $22.81 per hour.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.