Production Assistant/Associate

To be considered at the Associate level, 2 years of direct Book Manufacturing experience is a requirement

Organized, creative, flexible

Thorough, accurate, and articulate verbal and written communication

Strong negotiating skills

Can collaborate well with a diverse team of internal and external colleagues

Can utilize technology where appropriate to improve workflow

Effectively and efficiently coordinates all phases of project production and manufacturing dealing with editorial, design, sales, inventory, and marketing departments.

Monitors production schedules through coordination with outside vendors as well as all relevant in- house departments to ensure on-time delivery.

Organizes and ensures reprint corrections are executed to ensure quality and accuracy.

Directs manufacturing of books from domestic and overseas vendors

Works with Supervisor to monitor and maintain desired schedules, cost, and quality.

Ability to evaluate and recommend best method for manufacturing, for example offset v. digital printing.