What are the responsibilities and job description for the Publishing Office Assistant position at HumanEdge?
International Publishing Corporation is currently seeking an Assistant to work with the Reprint Production department in daily tasks related to the reprinting of backlist titles. The Assistant will be responsible for issuing purchase orders and overseeing the reprint production lifecycle of numerous backlist titles. This is a high volume and fast-paced position. It is a great opportunity for a self-starter who wishes to learn about making books, both print and digital.Responsibilities:Assist department and Director with various projects.Issue Purchase Orders to outside printers and binderies for manufacturing of both Adult and Children’s titles.Liase with Inventory Management, outside vendors, and other key stakeholders to accurately manufacture and deliver finished goods in a timely fashion.Troubleshoot production issues as they arise.Manage daily reports and schedule updates for key titles.Sends active Children’s books for safety testing and maintains relevant reports.Qualifications:College Degree Proficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteStrong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skillsAbility to work and communicate across internal departments and external vendorsStrong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Prior publishing experience a plus, but not required
Salary : $20