Production Specialist Full-Time

Production Specialist

The Production Specialist is a member of the Production Department and is responsible for the daily print production, document reproduction, packaging and shipment of alternate format documents and statements for the blind and partially sighted community. The Production Specialist reports directly to the Production Manager.

Position Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Understanding Service Level Agreements (SLA) requirements for all customers, including required turnaround times and applicable document production standards.
• Ensuring that documents and statements sent to Production are reproduced in the appropriate format, reviewed for compliance with applicable Quality Standards, packaged and shipped in a timely manner, within customer SLA requirements.
• Operating binding and printing equipment.
• Operating manual and automated embossing equipment.
• Stuffing, packaging, receiving and shipping parcels.
• Reporting quality problems to the appropriate personnel for timely correction.
• Tracking time spent on specific transcription tasks in support of invoicing and people services processes and through appropriate Allyant utilities, such as JIRA.
• Communicating on a regular basis with members of other departments on the progress and status of specific jobs and assignments.
• Keeping current, with, and, diligently applying, applicable best practices for the production of documents and statements in alternative formats.
• As time permits, completing the Braille Certification Training and any other training as deemed appropriate to the effective performance of the job. Maintaining work area in a safe and clean fashion and following all health and safety policies and standards.

Education/Experience

• A minimum completion of high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working in an office or production setting preferred
• Experience operating and maintaining manual book binding equipment (perfect and case binding) in a production setting or aptitude for equipment maintenance
• Knowledge of Braille would be an asset, but not required

Language Ability

• Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Possesses influencing skills as well as the ability to present complex situations in a clear and simple way.
• Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Other languages are an asset.

Reasoning Ability:

• Strong ability to prioritize tasks of self and others and troubleshoot problems and issues
• Excellent organizing skills
• Strong relationship and team building skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a small team environment
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to remain calm under the pressure of tight deadlines

Computer Skills:

• Comfortable with the use of computers

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Allyant is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. We value a diverse workforce and will provide equal opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment for meeting bona fide occupational qualifications, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

Applications from people with disabilities are encouraged and welcomed. Appropriate accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any unique accommodation, please let us know in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.