Print Coordinator

We are growing our Production team at Big Ideas Learning and are looking for a Print Coordinator to join us onsite in Erie!

As a Print Coordinator you'll be responsible for the execution of pre-press duties and the facilitation of print-ready files being uploaded to respective printers. In addition, this role will be in constant communication with the company’s manufacturing representatives (external) and internal stakeholders to ensure quality, product, deadlines, and compliance standards are met.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as liaison for any and all print manufactured products (including first runs and reprints).    
• Collaborate with various internal teams to establish print specifications, schedules, and production requirements.  
• Engage with Production leadership to ensure pre-press specs. are incorporated into final deliverable files.  
• Establish and maintain proper documentation relative to project status and processes.  
• Support compliance and state bid teams by providing accurate print production details for forms and status.  
• Use IPS inventory system to facilitate communication with printer and distributor contacts.  
• Conduct proper preflight checks internally prior to printer site upload.  
• Upload final print files to respective print manufacturer sites.   
• Conduct and/or facilitate printer proofing and approval processes by adhering to and/or providing the proper guidelines  
• Troubleshoot print production issues, working with internal teams and print vendors to find solutions.  
• Manage print vendor performance to ensure high-quality output, reliability, and adherence to agreed-upon standards.  
• Stay informed on print-related compliance requirements and ensure vendor production aligns with accessibility standards (e.g., large print, braille, digital accessibility). 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in print production environment or similar role. 
• Strong knowledge of print processes including offset, digital, large format, and specialty printing. 
• Experience with prepress requirements, color management, and proofing. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. 
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with print vendors. 
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. 
• Familiarity with educational publishing requirements is a plus. 
• Familiarity with Kodak Insite Portal. 
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office.
   

All of our Team Members:

• Possess exceptional listening, writing, and presentation skills
• Are resourceful and motivated to ask questions and solve problems
• Manage their time effectively
• Demonstrate commitment to product success with integrity, a strong work ethic, professionalism, and a team-oriented attitude

Big Ideas Learning, a Larson Texts Company, publishes K-12 mathematics materials that enhance teacher’s instructional skills and resources, while igniting students’ curiosity, self-confidence, and deep understanding of mathematics. Our mission is to develop relevant, rigorous, and conceptually rich K-12 instructional programs that enrich the mathematical journey for students, educators, and caregivers alike.

In 2024, we embraced a unified identity as Big Ideas Learning, a Larson Texts Company, to streamline our communication and reinforce our commitment to educational excellence and innovation.

We value our people and are committed to providing benefits that support their physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Flexible PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Leave
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement for Full-time Employees
• Retirement Contributions
• Healthy Lifestyle Reimbursements
• Company Sponsored Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program

Please visit our website to learn more about our company and our benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture that does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at HumanResources@bigideaslearning.com.