The Washington Examiner is seeking long term, career orientated, top notch Goss Urbanite press operators, electrical technician, pre-press technician, and mailroom/Packaging operators.

Specifically looking for the following positions and experience:

• Operators with a high level of expertise in the area of ink-water balance with the aptitude, knowledge and disposition to become the department trainer in this area.
   
• Operators with a high level of expertise in the area of registration including setting lockup bars, running test grids, and zeroing the press.
   
• Electrical Technician with a general newspaper production facility background and Fincor press drive experience.
   
• Prepress technicians with extensive photo toning experience.
   
• Mailroom/Packaging operators with zip and sub-zip zoning background.

We offer competitive compensation, great company benefits including 401(k) and the pride of living and working in our Nations Capitol.

To become a part of our innovative, nimble, industry leading team please e-mail your resume to Lee Jividen at ljividen@dcexaminer.com for consideration. 

The Seattle Times Company, the Northwest's foremost source for news and information, has an immediate opening for a Printing Operations Manager to lead, direct and supervise the pressroom, platemaking and newsprint warehouse departments. As an integral member of our Operations management team, your contributions will include developing and implementing ideas and projects which improve production flow, quality, and efficiency, while developing managers, leads, and staff members.

What you will bring:

• Knowledge of overall newspaper production, including comprehensive knowledge of double-wide newspaper presses and related equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in budgeting and data analysis.
• Five years management experience in a double-wide newspaper printing operation strongly preferred.
• Experience managing in a union environment a plus.

At the Seattle Times Company, you'll find work that matters! We're a family-owned, locally-operated company that's involved in the community we serve. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer that enjoys the rich contributions of employees from a broad range of backgrounds. We offer a dynamic, drug-free work environment; work-life balance, and a competitive salary and benefits package. Learn more about us at www.Seattletimescompany.com.

To apply, please mail or email your cover letter and resume (with “POM/N&T”) in the subject line to: operations.resumes@seattletimes.com  or:

The Seattle Times Company
Employment/Job #08-117/SS
PO Box 70 Seattle, WA 98111
F. 206.493.0785 

The Gazette, located in Colorado Springs, CO with a daily circulation of over 90,000 and Sunday circulation of over 100,000, has an excellent opportunity for a Lead Press Operator.  The qualified candidate will possess strong mechanical and printing skills, and strong leadership. Must be able to work independently and adhere to set production deadlines.  Must be able to set-up and operate a multi-color web offset press (MAN-Roland or Goss Metro).  Must be able to assist with layout, possess strong supervisory skills, and training ability.

This position requires communication with several other departments and managers, thus the qualified candidate will have very strong written and verbal communication skills.  Must be flexible, detail oriented, a team player, and work well under pressure adhering to all production deadlines. Must be able to produce a quality product for our customers, while adhering to all company standards for waste and production times.

To apply, please e-mail or send your resumé to:

jerry.buck@gazette.com

The Gazette
Attn: Jerry Buck
30 S. Prospect Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Fax: 719-636-0373 

No Phone Calls Please.  We are able to respond only to those applicants selected for interviews.

ppi Media is looking for a Publishing Systems Sales Specialist to work with the US Team to sell ppi Media products to an account base in a defined territory. This person achieves assigned quota by taking a consultative approach to selling. Focuses on the development of relationships at all levels of newspaper and commercial print organizations, listening to customer needs and providing product solutions and customer service that exceeds their expectations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive newspaper editorial front-end experience gained through working as a “editorial systems editor” or with a front end system company as pre-sales, trainer or applications and have a strong desire to move into sales.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for calling on newspaper and commercial print departmental decision makers to identify potential sales opportunities.
2. Develop and implement business plans to close identified business.
3. Responsible for keeping the Sales Manager informed of all sales related activity, market trends, and competitor activity within the territory.
4. Participates in sales workshops, sales meetings, and/or promotional activities as requested by Sales Manager.
5. Provides customer base with excellent post-sale follow up.                                            
6. Pursue new business opportunities and new markets as necessary.
7. Coordinate efforts with all departments to insure effective integration of sales orders.
8. Accountable for all record keeping as appropriate and in accordance with ppi Media specifications.                                                                                                                   
9. Utilizes proper software and technological tools to maintain proper records.                                            
10. Become proficient in ppi Media’s software applications enabling software demonstrations and Power Point presentations.                                                                                                                                     
11. Comfortable speaking and giving presentations to large groups.
12. Extensive travel will be required throughout Canada and the US, plus occasional travel to Germany.
13. Work hours may vary depending upon the needs of the customers.

To read more about ppi Media, please visit our website at www.ppimedia-us.com.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

1. 3+ years of systems experience or related sales experience is (required).
2. Excellent communications and negotiations skills.
3. Strong inter-personal communication skills specifically relating to stress management, people management and conflict management.
4. Ability to learn company supported applications. Ability to learn new applications.
5. Must have general-level proficiency in multiple browser engines, operating systems, and platforms, and in dual system usage (Macintosh and PC).
6. Excellent time management skills with ability to use independent judgment effectively.
7. Ability to work responsibly with or without direct supervision.
8. Understanding of how to use technology/systems to improve work processes and solve problems.

This is a job that requires extensive travel throughout the US and Canada. Some weekend travel will be required.

Please contact:

Karrie Mills, 800 East Oak Hill Dr., Westmont IL 60559

630-920-2093 or Karrie.Mills@ppimedia-us.com 

We are a 7-day daily newspaper and have just gone online with a new press and packaging facility and are looking for the right person to take charge of our inserting operation. Individual needs to be highly motivated with a strong desire to achieve results. Position reports to the asst production director. We are a family-owned company with growth potential for the right individual. Send resume to Joyce Girardin, Assistant Production Director, Wyoming Tribune-Eagle, 702 W. Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY 82001. 

Colorado Mountain News Media located in the beautiful Vail Valley is seeking individuals to operate our state of the art DGM tower press.

Full benefit package including 401k, Ski medallions, Recreational incentives, Sign-on bonus, Relocation package and much more.

Qualified applicants can submit resume with cover letter to

dbarton@cmnm.org

Equal Opportunity Employer