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JLS Mailing Services

Programmer

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A Programmer or Analyst combines programming expertise with analytical skills to design, develop, and maintain software systems or applications. Responsibilities can include software solution design, writing code, testing software applications or systems, system integration, software deployment, and technical support. This role typically develops software solutions that meet specific business objectives.

$120,148 / year median in Massachusetts

-29% projected decline

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Job Description

Direct Mail Programmer/Digital Document Specialist (April 2021)
Type:
Exempt, Full Time, 40 Hours per Week (open to Part Time and Contract)
Location:
672 Crescent Street, Brockton
MA 02032
Reporting to:
General Manager Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Job Functions End-to-end processing and programming of customer data files for direct mailing programs Converting data files for multiple file types and formats and from various sources (Excel, CSV, Text, DAT, fixed & variable fields, email delivery, SFTP downloads, etc.) Execute all direct mail DP functions as required
  • CASS, NCOA, Merge/Purge, Postal Presorting, Variable Data Programming Utilize direct mail processing and reporting software such as BCC, Planet Press, and Crystal Reports Process supplied graphic files for digital document printing
  • Adobe/PDF, Word, JPEG, Tiff, Fonts, etc. Formatting and QC of print files for digital production
  • laser letters, inkjet addressing, personalized documents, color (CMYK) and black & white, fonts/font sourcing, graphic image resolution, line density, margins, page layouts, print impositions, variable data placement, window positions, simplex/duplex, crop marks, etc.
Creates appropriate project documentation such as programming results, print proofs, data output reports, etc. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Five or more years of experience in direct mail programming and/or digital document processing Experience working with above programming languages and reporting software. Knowledge of Racami is a plus Database management experience working with relational databases to facilitate programming software Knowledge of USPS postal regulations Knowledge of report writing tools such as Crystal Reports or Planet Press Proficient in using products in the MS Office Suite
  • Outlook, Word, Access and Excel Proficient in using products in the Adobe Creative Suite of programs Ability to process, comprehend, and follow detailed written and verbal instructions Additional Vital Requirements Ability to multi-task and troubleshoot in a deadline driven environment Team player with constant collaboration with other departments
  • Account Management, Digital Printing, Mail Production Strong written and verbal communication
  • clear, responsive, proactive, detailed and thorough Organized with exceptional attention to detail Self-motivated and ability to work independently, resourcefully, and with minimal supervision Conscientious and consistent effort to quickly and accurately complete each task as assigned Experienced working under HIPAA Privacy Rules and Protected Health Information security compliance