Print Production Specialist (contract contingent)

Print Production Specialist (Contract Contingent)

ProSidian Consulting seeks a Print Production Specialist to support and participate in a project supporting a Federal Government Agency Contract focusing on Financial Crimes Enforcement. The Print Production Specialist plays an integral role by effectively participating in day to day operations and by offering quality service and excellence in the administration provided for the ProSidian Engagement Teams services supporting the Federal Government Agency Contract.

The duties of this position include performing a broad range of advance skills and expertise in the Federal sector: responsibilities may include but are not limited to addressing management concerns in accordance with agency policies, assisting in scheduling and coordinating meetings, interviews, events and other similar activities, as needed, in support of the training process and performing and tracking day-to-day training matters. Specific Task Order Swim lanes For this contract cover Training Support, Print Production, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA),Operations Management, Facility & Contract Support, & 508 Compliance so that the ProSidian Consulting Engagement Team Member can provide administrative, clerical, and research support for Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) program offices

The purpose of the Print Specialist is to handle requests for printing and distribution from various sources within the agency for simple to complex printing requirements. The duties of the Print Production Specialist include: Developing production methods to meet customer's schedules; Reports of work in progress, and Completed work for review before distribution. Each job delivered to the specialists will be accompanied by a Fin006 (Request for Graphic Services) which details the specialized printing requirements of the customer. Each request shall be carefully reviewed to make sure it is complete and requirements are clearly defined. If there are any questions about the information provided, the print specialist shall obtain clarification from the customer or COR. Provide suggestions to prescribe policies and procedures for the procurement of all Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) mission essential printing, binding, related supplies, and related services.

The Print Specialist will interact with vendors in the printing industry to ensure policies and procedures are kept in place. The specialists will be proficient in using software that is current to the printing industry; including the latest version of Adobe Creative suite 5.5 as well as Microsoft Office products. Operate one or more copying/printing/plotter machines to make copies or printouts of documents such as letters, reports, presentations, manuals, business cards, and posters, large format printouts, contact sheets, covers, and bulletins. Mount, frame, and utilize Vacuum Press. Use tools like cutting blades, and rulers to crop illustration board, foam core, and printouts. Combine templates and structured data sources to create mail merges. Operate small binding machines. Perform clerical duties associated with the request for design, printing, and photographic services.

Track work, deliver and pick up work. Maintain an inventory of supplies and parts needed for reproduction equipment. Coordinate repairs with vendors. Demonstrated experience operating high speed copiers/printers/scanners/vacuum press/cameras and binding equipment including the ability to coordinate tasks and maintain accountability for vital project functions. Meet daily production goals and quality standards. The specialist shall offer: Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience working with GPO environment that demonstrates these abilities: Compiles printing specifications, complete GPO forms, review printers' proofs, attend press inspections as necessary. Exercises quality control by assuring the published information is accurate, complete, and conforms to established standards and specifications.

Performs the following distinct quality inspections: acceptability of materials and printing process, work in process to prevent rework, final inspection at the conclusion of each major work phase, pre- final film, prepress inspection, press sheet inspection, and published. Consistently meets deadlines and time constraints. Comprehensive knowledge in: printing papers, printing inks, varnishes, and other coatings. Employees understanding in digital duplicating and printing technology. Identifies malfunctions and deviations from accepted performance criteria. Utilizes strong time management skills to establish priorities and meet deadlines. Able to communicate with others efficiently and tactfully. Recommend alternatives for problem jobs with anticipated difficulty meeting cost, schedule or performance goals, and Offer process improvement recommendations to the COR as identified when needed.

Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor's degree from a nationally accredited institution or relevant work experience
• Have strong oral and written communication skills (English) and demonstrate knowledge of proper grammar and terminology commonly used in business office environments to prepare business analyses
• Have strong analytical skills
• Have a strong customer service mindset
• Be able to make independent judgments and recommendations with confidence
• Be capable to proficiently produce work accurately and efficiently
• Ability to work and lead others in ambiguous situations
• Ability to effectively analyze and structure problems and service requirements based on the services we provide
• Ability to participate in the management of work streams that support of large, complex projects
• Results orientation/self-directed -- ability to drive change in unstructured environment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work well in teams
• Must have proficiency with various software applications including Microsoft Suite
• External, client-facing consulting experience
• Excellent written communication skills

***Military Background a plus and or experience working in a Federal Government Environment