Programmer

Darwill; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwill in Hillside, IL seeks a Variable Data Programmer (VDP) to process mailing data and program variable documents for output on digital presses. You will work with the latest software, ensuring data quality, meeting client specs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in data processing and variable document composition, with USPS and postal regulations knowledge. Must be detail-oriented and team-focused with strong communication.

Qualifications

• BS degree in programming or related field.
• 3+ years of data processing and variable document composition experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform data manipulation and data quality assurance reporting.
• Perform postal sorting processing functions.
• Follow quality assurance procedures.
• Collaborate with Account Management to receive client specs and instructions.

Skills

Variable Data Composition

Data cleansing

Postal regulations

Print data requirements

Customer facing skills

Communication & time mgmt

Education

BS in programming or related field

3+ years industry experience

Tools

BCC Postalsoft

Windowbook Software

Microsoft Office

USPS PostalOne

Job description

Darwill is a third-generation, family-owned performance-based marketing powerhouse based in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL. Since 1951, we’ve been impressing clients of all sizes and industries with our proven direct marketing solutions.

What’s our secret sauce? We're not just a one-solution marketing company; we're a full-service, dedicated partner! From omnichannel strategies to eye-opening data insights, response-inducing creative, seamless production, and sophisticated reporting tools – we've got it all!

Our Mission: To empower national and local businesses through performance-based marketing by executing complex location-based data-driven campaigns, leading to increased sales, sustainability, and an improved return on investment.

At Darwill, we don't just build marketing campaigns; we create a culture of success and positivity! We value respect, collaboration, empowerment, and giving back to the community. We're a team of spirited individuals working together to redefine client success.

Job Description:

Variable Data Programmer (VDP) processes mailing data and programs variable documents for output on digital presses using the latest software technologies. Individual must be self-motivated and be capable of finding and correcting problems as necessary, be very detailed and quality oriented, and able to work well with team members to achieve customer demands.

Location

Hillside, IL

Reports to

Vice President, Technical Services

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Perform data manipulation, provide data quality assurance reporting
• Perform postal sorting processing functions
• Follow quality assurance procedures
• Work with Account Management Team to receive, client specs and instructions

Required Skills

• Variable Document Composition (GMC PrintNet-T)
• Data cleansing & processing functions (BCC Ignite - RedPoint)
• Understand postal mailing regulations and guidelines
• Understand print production requirements for print and variable data
• Candidate must possess good customer facing skills and be willing to work as part of a team offering wider technical support when needed
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Required Experience

• 3-6 years’ experience of data processing and variable document composition

Desired Skills & Experience

• USPS Postal Regulations and Guidelines
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Education

• BS degree in programming or related field or minimal 3 years industry work experience

Additional Software Knowledge

• BCC Postalsoft
• Windowbook Software
• Microsoft Office
• USPS PostalOne

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• This job requires you to sit in a cubicle or office, on a computer (1 or more monitors) for the majority of the day.