What are the responsibilities and job description for the VDP Programmer position at Quantum Group?
The Quantum Group, one of the largest Direct Mail Companies in the Midwest, has 2 exciting and challenging positions available in our Variable Data Programming/Data Processing Department for an experienced programmer.
About the Opportunity
Must be dependable, extremely detail-oriented, looking for a challenge and willing to grow their skills.
Knowledge of direct mail, US Postal regulations, and the usage of any of the BCC suite of products, Mail Manager, Satori, Post-Presort, Dat-Mail, (formerly Window Books) required.
Programming or database administration a definite plus as is knowledge of Quandient Inspire Software (GMC Print Net T).
This is a very fast-paced environment. We are looking for a highly engaged individual to join our team and work diligently to build a rewarding career.
Job Description and Responsibilities
Responsible for programming direct mail jobs with an emphasis on the requirements of the USPS regulations and requirements. You will provide postal knowledge to customer service to provide the best possible rates and service for our customers.
Will learn and assist in setting up market communications pieces using tools such as Quadient Inspire (GMC Print Net T). Analyze client data requirements for direct mail jobs. This includes selecting, sorting, formatting and manipulating data to meet client mail instructions and U.S. postal requirements for mail certification.
Programming includes letter setup, laying out variable fields with static text and graphics and merging the setup with data for a multitude of digital print output devices. Generate printer output to cut sheet and web fed digital printers. Perform quality checks and control, code review and standard data validation practices prior to production release. Troubleshoot complex application issues and improve performance as needed. Document process and workflows. Take daily directions from the Department Manager.
Salary Range: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 a year, Paid Time Off, 401(k), and Benefits for Full Time permanent employees!, 90% on-site.
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Qualifications
- Postal regulations and DMM knowledge required
- Direct Mail programming experience needed in BCC Postal Software
- Process customer data files for postal qualification, including CASS, NCOA and presort
- Experience in Access, Excel, Word
- Direct Mail programming experience in Quadient Inspire (GMC Print Net T)
- RedPoint Data Management software experience a plus, but not required
- Must have the ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
- Experience with batch processing is a plus
- Communicate and collaborate with account representatives & project managers to ensure accuracy for each project
- Strong time management and organization skills required
- Ability to independently handle multiple job assignments with a commitment to meet production deadlines is paramount
- Database Management skills a major plus
College degree in Computer Science or related technical field preferred. Ability to utilize “off the shelf” software to create direct mail output files for the printing process and writing local applications to assist in the manipulation of this data. A high attention to detail is a must.
Benefits
- Robust Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance plans available
- FSA & HSA plans available
- 401k plan with partial company matching
- PTO plan plus 2 personal and company holidays
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000