Production Planner - Bridgend, United Kingdom - Workwales

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Bridgend, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Production Planner / Controller

Pyle

£ £28000 PA Negotiable

The Company

This dynamic organisation provides printing services for the race and event industry.

With their production facility based in Pyle they make use of the latest technology, to offer their customers a wide variety of high-quality products.

Their first-classreputation for providing a quality service, fast and efficiently, has spread across the globe making them the preferred supplier for many prestigious international races and events.

The Role

Due to growth of the business a new role has emerged for a dedicated Digital Pre Press Specialist.

As this role is very niche cross training will provided and would suit an experienced Production Planner / Controller who has excellent computer skills.

This important role requires precision as well as the ability to remain accurate whilst working in a fastpaced environment.

On a daily basis you will manage large numbers of print jobs with variable data as well as managing changing priorities.

You will work Monday to Friday 08:00AM - 05:00PM, no weekend work or shifts required.

Duties will include:

Setting up files for digital print
Amending artwork
Fixing issues within PDF's to ensure correct printing
Operating the digital press and wide format printers
Extensive spreadsheet work including manipulation of data and imposition
Setting of printing machines and ensuring smooth running during print
Schedule and prioritise the daily work flow
Liaison with the team to ensure effective communication
Assisting wherever required in the business

Requirements:

The successful applicant will have the following experience, skills and attributes:

Experience with production planning and control in a fast paced environment
A keen interest to develop a career in the Print sector
Proven ability working with spreadsheets (Excel) ia absolutely essential
Data handling / manipulation of data an advantage but not essential
Ability to use Creative Suite, Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop OR the ability to pick up new computer programmes easily
Above average mathematical ability
A quick thinker able to make accurate decisions whilst working at speed
Ability to multi task, schedule work and plan ahead
A true team player happy to help out wherever required
A quick learner able to retain complex technical information

In Return

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful organisation during a period of growth. Solid long term career development potential in a growing organisation. Training on company process, systems and procedures will be provided to the successfulapplicant. There is an excellent salary on offer and you will work in a friendly team focussed environment.

For more information contact Kim Simpson at Work Wales for a confidential discussion.