Job Description

Print Project Planner:

The Print Project Planner position is responsible for managing and coordinating project(s) from receipt of the job to completion of the job. Working in a team environment, the Print Project Planner will service an assigned Sales group. Print Project Planner will use resources within the production teams to solve problems and make decision at all stages of the job. They will have relationships with Customers, Sales team, Manufacturing group, outside vendors and the Company as a whole.

We Offer:

We're a leader in integrated visual communications that provides strategic, cost-effective solutions for our clients. We're passionate about keeping up with the latest digital technology so we can offer our clients the best.

Job Location:

115 Thorncliffe Park Drive, Toronto, ON M4H 1M1

Major Responsibilities:

Lead client projects based on contract / design / budget documents. Assist client in organizing all components within a promotion or program. Create distribution lists and shipping information for project execution. Develop and maintain a timeline with specific benchmarks Provide accurate job specifications to estimating to obtain an accurate estimate Responsible to the company for project quality, budget and scheduling, including subcontractors and vendors. Responsible to customer for satisfaction in delivery: including job quality, timely information, updates, prototypes, samples, job oversight and delivery schedule. Responsible for updating the estimated costs when the scope of a job / project changes after production has started. Co-ordinate information activities among estimating, internal production, subcontractors, vendors, to ensure proper communication flow. Ensure that job specs match estimate provided. Confirm that the job specifications received from sales/client are complete. Arrange a schedule for proofing, printing and finishing - including the acquisition of outside materials and / or subcontracted work - as required to meet the delivery requirements of the project. Create a docket for each job as per current production department methods and processes. Prepare all necessary layouts / impositions required for prepress Inspect proofs for quality and content before submission to Sales / Customer Be aware of, and responsible for, all costs associated with final production of jobs - NCRs where applicable are to be completed and approved Ensure that all purchase orders are included and contain final, confirmed pricing Upon completion, review the overall costs of the job to confirm that all job costs have been accrued - have detailed knowledge of any variances from estimated to actual costs. Submit the completed docket and the reviewed cost sheet within 48 hours of final shipment to Sales for final invoicing

Additional Responsibilities:

Be available for colour and / or quality checks Personally, inspect the quality and correctness of work being done at TI as required Periodically negotiate timing and / or pricing with suppliers to achieve promised delivery dates and / or recover profitability Be available for additional hours if need be and will do what it takes to get the job done Post-secondary education including college or university in the graphic arts

Years of Experience:

Minimum 1-3 years related print industry experience is preferred

Qualifications/Experience:

Strong knowledge of manufacturing functions and production processes including; experience with project management techniques Strong knowledge of Printing and staying up to date on the latest industry technology Ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels, ability to cultivate relationships Broad knowledge and experience in dealing with customers, outside suppliers and is comfortable negotiating timing and pricing with suppliers Exceptional computer skills, specifically in the use and application of MS Word/Excel/Gmail and related software Basic understanding of databases Strong understanding of prepress methods (including colour management), finishing methods and requirements, other related manufacturing/fabrication, packaging and shipping Understanding of supporting technology -creating/editing dockets, estimates, change orders.

Job Type: Full Time/Salary:

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

salary

and extended health

benefits

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TI Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, citizenship, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or other protected characteristics and is committed to employing a diverse workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,906.00-$70,360.00 per year

Benefits:

Extended health care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Toronto, ON M4H 1M1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person