PRINT AND MAIL PROJECT MANAGER

DIRECT CONNECT GROUP DCG LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with matching

Accident Insurance

FSA, HSA

9 Paid Holidays

Monthly Cookie Days

Job summary

DCG ONE, based in Seattle, is seeking a Print and Mail Project Manager to organize and oversee projects from estimation through production of printed and mailed materials.

You will lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, applying expertise in print production, mail processes, and USPS guidelines to ensure on-time delivery within budget. This role offers growth within a leading marketing services provider.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in sales or project management.
• 1–2 years in print production and/or direct mail production.
• Strong knowledge of Print Production (sheetfed, heatset web, digital).
• Knowledge of USPS guidelines for business/bulk mail.
• Knowledge of standard bindery functions.
• Knowledge of wide format, letterpress, envelope converting, inventory, and fulfillment a plus.
• May be required to complete and pass Public Trust Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage the life of a project from estimating to production.
• Meeting all deadlines and quality objectives while ensuring company profitability.
• Lead an inter-departmental team to complete print and mail projects on time, to specifications, within budget, and with accuracy and efficiency.
• Estimate projects/programs (including both internal production and outside services).
• Translate specifications and scheduling into MIS system(s).
• Ensure quality throughout the production process as needed (proofing, press-checks, bindery-checks, etc.).
• Create and maintain any custom programs needed for specific accounts.
• Complete all necessary sub-forms (proof requests, pre-flight forms, special instruction sheets, inventory forms, shipping requests, etc.) and distribute all necessary paperwork to the appropriate departments.
• Maintain customer inventory.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

MS Office

Communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Tools

MIS systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: SEATTLE, WA 98134

Salary Range: $62,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/year

DCG ONE is one of the largest privately held marketing service providers in the country. Based in Seattle, with locations in NYC and Maryland, we help companies deliver their brand worldwide through creative, print, and fulfillment services.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Print and Mail Project Manager plans, organizes, and manages projects related to the production of printed and mailed materials. An understanding of both print and mail production, as well as strong project management skills, is required. We are looking for someone organized, self-motivated, and a real go-getter who can help us see projects through from estimating to production. This is a terrific position for anyone interested in the print industry and working in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment!

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Accident Insurance
• FSA, HSA
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Monthly Cookie Days!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Successfully manage the life of a project from estimating to production.
• Meeting all deadlines and quality objectives while ensuring company profitability.
• Lead an inter-departmental team (including Data Processing, Prepress, Sheetfed Press Room, Digital Press, Bindery, Inkjetting, Mail Prep, Inventory, Accounting, and Sales) to complete print and mail projects on time, to specifications, within budget, and with accuracy and efficiency.
• Estimate projects/programs (including both internal production and outside services).
• Translate specifications and scheduling into MIS system(s).
• Ensure quality throughout the production process as needed (proofing, press-checks, bindery-checks, etc.).
• Create and maintain any custom programs needed for specific accounts.
• Complete all necessary sub-forms (proof requests, pre-flight forms, special instruction sheets, inventory forms, shipping requests, etc.) and distribute all necessary paperwork to the appropriate departments.
• Maintain customer inventory.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1 year of experience in sales or project management.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in print production and/or direct mail production.
• Strong knowledge of Print Production (sheetfed, heatset web, digital).
• Strong knowledge of USPS guidelines for business/bulk mail.
• Knowledge of standard bindery functions.
• Knowledge of wide format, letterpress, envelope converting, inventory, and fulfillment a plus.
• May be required to complete and pass Public Trust Security Clearance.

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES

• Project Management
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Proficiency in PCs and Microsoft Office software
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Multi-Tasking and Prioritizing Skills
• Detail-Oriented
• Dependable and Reliable
• Willingness to Cross-Train
• Initiative and Independence
• Collaboration

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is predominantly held in a clerical environment, but will also need to work on the production floor in an industrial warehouse setting.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Equal Employment Opportunity & At-Will Employment

DCG ONE does not tolerate discrimination of any type and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State, or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. DCG ONE is an at-will employer.