Variable Data Programmer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Variable Data ProgrammerLocation: Ewing, NJReports To: Director of Information TechnologyJob Type: Full-time

Summary: Digital Dog Direct is currently searching for a Variable Data Programmer with experience in the print & mail industry. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and includes a comprehensive benefits package with career growth opportunities. In this role the incumbent will perform duties as defined in the description below in support of delivering quality services to our customers. First and second ship opportunities are available.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director of Information Technology, the Variable Data Programmer is responsible for the preparation, review and generation of digitally printed materials to fulfill customer print & mail orders.The use of various software products is required to perform the function.

• Optimize customer data files for error free variable printing.
• Read and interpret job tickets and ask for clarification if required.
• Produce print ready data for the digital printing and mail processing departments.
• Program and prepare jobs for printing using Objectif Lume PresConnect, Adobe and other software applications.
• Adhere to quality control guidelines while performing all duties.

Qualifications:

• Must be high energy, enthusiastic and a proactive self-starter individual.
• Detail oriented, strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Good communication and organizational skills required.
• Proficient at preflight and analyzing client files, identify problems and correcting prior to printing.
• Ability to manipulate customer data according to specifications.
• Capable of both working independently and as a team member in a collaborative environment.
• Strong PC/MAC skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with variable digital print and variable data page composition,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education / Experience:

• 3 years relevant industry experience
• Previous background in prepress and digital print experience.
• Understanding of USPS regulations
• Printshop Mail & BCC software experience a plus.

Other Skills / Abilities:

• Knowledge of database applications (dbase or similar).
• Program & Scripting experience.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Trenton, NJ 08638: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location