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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:
- Program direct mail projects utilizing Quadient Inspire Designer (GMC PrintNet-T)
- 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.
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