Expeditor

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Expeditor to join our team at Smartpress. You will play a critical support role focused on maximizing the efficiency and productivity of the entire print floor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a constant and efficient flow of work throughout the facility by physically moving products between departments according to the job routing map.
• Strategically stage jobs at each production center, organizing the queue based on priority, due dates, shipping methods, and machine efficiency.
• Pull, prepare, and deliver all necessary raw materials and shipping supplies to operators, ensuring they have everything needed to reduce wait time and begin tasks immediately.
• Respond promptly to operator assistance alerts to troubleshoot workflow interruptions and keep production moving.
• Merge and consolidate job components, such as book covers with interiors or partial reworks with original runs, ensuring all parts of an order travel together.
• Use a handheld scanning device to maintain accurate job tracking within the production management system.
• Collaborate and ensure every order is accounted for at its precise physical location on the floor.
• Monitor the production schedule to track orders against delivery goals and adjust priorities based on real-time production needs.
• Develop a strong understanding of production flow to anticipate department needs.
• Identify potential bottlenecks and ensure products move to the next step on time.
• Verify all system entries and associated paperwork are complete and accurate before transferring jobs to the next stage of production.
• Work closely with the bindery team to lead in aligning daily job priorities and balancing operator workloads to meet production goals.
• Follow up with each department to confirm they have the orders and materials needed to complete work efficiently and on schedule.
• Assist in various projects and perform other tasks as requested by management to support the overall goals of the production department.

Requirements

• A High school degree, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a fast-paced environment such as print production, manufacturing, or warehouse logistics.
• Efficient at multitasking, ensuring multiple complicated projects are being supported.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Quickly adapt to changing priorities; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• A strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively under pressure.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems on the fly.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic computer proficiency for tracking jobs in a management system.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Logistics coordination
• Fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Life insurance
• Disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retail Savings programs: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

Pay

$38,376 – $44,928 annually

Schedule

Shifts available: Monday - Wednesday 6:00am - 6:00pm (36-hour work week - three 12-hour shifts with a rotating schedule every 4 months. Overtime Eligible.)

Company Overview

We are a 1,000-person visual merchandising company. We are 100% employee-owned and offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure. This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN.

Application Instructions

To apply, please complete the form on this page.