Proofreader jobs in Illinois

Description

For over 65 years, SG360 has not just survived, but thrived, by responding to the changing needs of our diverse client base. What started as a regional commercial printer is today a national, industry-leading provider of direct marketing solutions. We are currently seeking a Quality Control Technician who will be part of our Data Services Department.

JOB SUMMARY:

This entry level position is responsible for analyzing the customer's specifications to compare against data and composition job setup configurations and output. They will validate produced data files, representative proofing output and production output against established standards. They are responsible for maintaining proper logging and comparison to known previous errors raised in our CAPA/NCP corrective action and non-conformance system.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support accounts or projects by utilizing departmental resources, evaluating individual project or client needs, as well as tracking and maintaining records of non-conformance to standard outputs.
• Provide a series of quality control protocols to ensure project meets client specifications and instructions. Review quality of final product before release to client, present proof samples for internal review/approval prior to delivery to client for selection and/or approval.
• Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology and changes within industry, as well as follow established company and department QC and SOP standards.
• Provide off hours/weekend support for a 24/7 manufacturing operation as needed.
• Working in a team environment, coordinate with Project Management/Customer Service, Production and other departments to move jobs efficiently through its lifecycle process, at the highest level of quality and accuracy, and on schedule.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Direct Mail print related experience Required or Proofreading in the publishing industry required.
• Basic understanding of USPS guidelines for letter package formatting.

Technical:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Lync, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver).
• Variable Data Print (VDP) software such as GMC Inspire, Page Flex, XMPie, Xtreme Dialogue, Fusion Pro a plus.
• If-then-else relational logic, scripting, and object-oriented programming languages.
• Hands on quality control systems and ability to discern provided client instruction relating to validation of output.

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers/scanners

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

SG360 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. SG360 will provide reasonable accommodation to complete the online application consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative.