Desktop Publishing Operator jobs in Oregon

Job Description

Title: Print Production Team Member

Multiple Shifts Available!

Full Time and Part Time Weekends!

Description:

As a Print Production Team Member, you will assist in the production of hard and soft cover print titles. The main purpose of the position is to assist in the use of our book binder and hardcover machine. Ensuring the quality and assembly of these processes is the main goal. Attention for detail and multitasking is a must.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Loading Book blocks (under 50lbs)
• Monitoring and quality checking the print production line
• Working the Book Binder and Hardcover machines
• Producing Hardcovers
• Printing and labeling finished titles
• Cleaning and maintaining workstations for next shift
• Communication
  
  

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer knowledge, knowledge of Microsoft Excel a plus
• Timeliness / Detail Oriented / Reliable
• Knowledge of common Warehouse procedures
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and take initiative within task assignments
• Able to adapt to quickly shifting priorities and deadlines
• Ability to meet attendance guidelines
  
  

Company Description

Founded in 1987 as a small audiobook company, 2022 marks Blackstone’s 35th anniversary. With a fresh perspective on the reading experience, the founders thought up new and innovative methods to not only produce and distribute audiobooks, but also pioneered creative ways to collaborate with publishers, booksellers, and the audiobook listening community. The new print publishing venture, launched in 2015, is built upon this foundation and has continued to grow and innovate in the publishing industry. Our goal is to publish groundbreaking books by talented writers, and to forge long-term connections with readers, booksellers, librarians, and the overall literary community. We’re thrilled to be working with bestselling authors like P. C. Cast and Kristin Cast, Shelley Shepard Gray, Nicholas Sansbury Smith, Cadwell Turnbull, Catherine Ryan Howard, and Cory Doctorow to publish print books, e-books, and audiobooks, furthering our commitment to bringing entertaining stories to as many people as possible in the most creative and innovative ways imaginable.

Blackstone offers a friendly digital and physical working environment and full benefits including health and dental plans, a retirement plan with employer contribution, and generous and flexible PTO. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, ethnic derivation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. This position is remote-friendly.

Founded in 1987 as a small audiobook company, 2022 marks Blackstone’s 35th anniversary. With a fresh perspective on the reading experience, the founders thought up new and innovative methods to not only produce and distribute audiobooks, but also pioneered creative ways to collaborate with publishers, booksellers, and the audiobook listening community. The new print publishing venture, launched in 2015, is built upon this foundation and has continued to grow and innovate in the publishing industry. Our goal is to publish groundbreaking books by talented writers, and to forge long-term connections with readers, booksellers, librarians, and the overall literary community. We’re thrilled to be working with bestselling authors like P. C. Cast and Kristin Cast, Shelley Shepard Gray, Nicholas Sansbury Smith, Cadwell Turnbull, Catherine Ryan Howard, and Cory Doctorow to publish print books, e-books, and audiobooks, furthering our commitment to bringing entertaining stories to as many people as possible in the most creative and innovative ways imaginable. Blackstone offers a friendly digital and physical working environment and full benefits including health and dental plans, a retirement plan with employer contribution, and generous and flexible PTO. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, ethnic derivation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. This position is remote-friendly.