Production Assistant

Production Assistant

Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We’re one of California’s largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you’re interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support! 

JOB SUMMARY: The Production Assistant role is to support all organization production projects with copying, required finishing and/or assembly, order fulfilment, as well as distribution, shipping, and logistics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Process and fulfil orders through Think Together’ s online shopping portal with minimal supervision.
• Provide support with all print jobs to ensure high-quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Copy, finish, assemble and package curriculum or organize projects for inventory or distribution.
• Complete and follow through with projects and/or orders assigned in a timely manner.
• Report all document tracking or order confirmations, shipments, and receipts to Production Lead.
• Support all necessary components within the current project and/or orders.
• Assist with daily and/or weekly maintenance and upkeep of Print Center machines and equipment.
• Warehouse maintain cycle counts, receiving incoming materials, stocking incoming materials, down stocking Consistently maintain and assist in leading an environment of teamwork within the production department.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide support in providing and developing new ways to organize new and upcoming projects.
• Have a working understanding of Think Together’s curriculum and program structure.
• Maintain an accurate of record of Think Together sites/locations.
• Support the Production Lead with all necessary assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma required; two-year minimum college degree preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in an office environment and with document production methods and equipment. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain an organized workspace and workflow.
• Adapt quickly to new or evolving products or projects as needed.
• Maintain a professional environment in the production department.
• Provide high-quality products in a timely manner.
• Calmly and effectively execute multiple tasks within dynamic, service-focused environment.
• Follow instructions and demonstrate willingness to take initiative and provide leadership as needed.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in strategizing and prioritizing tasks.
• Work overtime as needed. KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Principles and practices of basic Microsoft programs and any other software programs that Think Together utilizes.
• Requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and basic mathematical skills.
• Basic copier/scanner operation.
• Safe work practices.
• Knowledge of how to operate warehouse equipment (pallet jack, hand trucks, etc.)
• Inventory processing systems

COMPENSATION:

Hourly Pay $20.00

This is the targeted compensation for the position. A range of factors, including but not limited to; location, skills, experience, will be considered. Actual compensation may vary.

Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.