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Production Control Associate - B Shift (Print Operations / Scheduler)

Production Control Associate - B Shift (Print Operations / Scheduler)

Reischling Press, Inc.Rochester, NY, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Production Control Associate - (Print Operations / Scheduler)

B Shift, Sunday - Thursday 3 : 00 pm - 11 : 30 pm

  • During Peak season, overtime will be required

Job Summary

RPI Print, Inc., a global leader in print-on demand, is currently seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and proactive Production Control Associate to join our digital printing team. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient scheduling of print jobs, optimizing machine usage, and meeting customer deadlines. It also requires strong computer skills, system aptitude, and hands-on involvement to sequence, release and monitor jobs in real time.

This position is highly day to day and deadline driven, requiring quick adjustments and coordination to keep production on track.

The ideal candidate will have experience in production scheduling / planning, a strong understanding of digital printing workflows, and hands-on familiarity with HP Indigo and Canon Production Inkjet systems.

This is primarily a desk-based role located on the production floor, with the expectation of working directly on the floor with operators and supervisors as needed to troubleshoot, follow up and ensure jobs move efficiently through production.

Duties / Responsibilities :

  • Develop and maintain daily production schedules for digital print jobs (similar to a Production Scheduler, Workflow Coordinator or Dispatcher), to meet customer demands and company objectives.
  • Coordinate with production teams to prioritize jobs based on deadlines, materials, and machine availability
  • Manages incoming customer files to create even balance on press fleet and appropriate WIP levels for finishing departments to effectively produce and ship final product.
  • Monitor job progress and adjust schedules as needed to accommodate rush orders, machine downtime, or other changes.
  • Ensure optimal utilization of digital printing equipment and resources, including HP Indigo and Canon Production Inkjet presses.
  • Communicate proactively with internal teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure timely delivery.
  • Maintain accurate records of job specifications, timelines, and production data.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling and workflow efficiency.
  • Track and report on production metrics, job status, and schedule adherence.
  • Performs research and analysis to understand the production process, the needs of clients, and the resources and workforce available, inclusive of trends and concerns.
  • Maintains scheduling information daily.
  • Continually update order progress in ERP system and adjust production schedules as needed for on-time deliveries.
  • Work with planning, manufacturing, and purchasing departments in identifying and resolving production scheduling problems.
  • Required Skills / Abilities :

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in production scheduling, preferably in a digital printing or manufacturing environment.
  • Hands-on familiarity with HP Indigo and Canon Production Inkjet print systems preferred.
  • Strong computer literacy, including ERP / MIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook).
  • Familiarity with digital printing technologies and processes.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • High attention to detail and strong numerical aptitude.
  • Excellent responsiveness and customer focus.
  • Must be able to work overtime including weekends as needed.
  • Preferred Skills / Abilities :

  • Experience with MIS or ERP systems used in print production (e.g., EFI, PrintSmith, Avanti).
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma.
  • Understanding of prepress, finishing, and fulfillment processes.
  • Experience in analytical reporting or managing dashboards is preferred.
  • Physical Requirements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Push and pull 50 lbs.
  • Bend Occasionally
  • Sit, Stand, and Walk Frequently
  • About us :

    At RPI Print, we are transforming how products are created, produced, and delivered worldwide. Every day, our cloud-based platform powers millions of personalized, on-demand items that reach customers with speed, quality, and sustainability. We partner with leading brands, publishers, and creative platforms, including Blurb.com, our consumer-facing self-publishing brand, to bring ideas to life at global scale. By combining innovative technology with a distributed manufacturing network, RPI is reimagining the future of personalized production.

    If you believe you're a good fit for this role and share our passion for excellence, we'd love to hear from you!

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