Employment: Smyth Companies, Inc.

Employment with Smyth Companies

Below are current positions available, and applicaton/contact information:

Job Planner/Scheduling Supervisor

The Job Planning / Scheduling Supervisor schedules work, manages personnel and other resources to ensure delivery of customer orders to 98% accuracy. He or she guides, supports, and collaborates with Customer Service, Pressroom, and Finishing to ensure this objective is met. This position reports to the Production Manager.

Leads and manages all aspects of the job planning, scheduling, and plate making function
Coordinates scheduling, litho presses, multiple square cutting and die cutting processes, as well as outsourcing as required
Ensures proper communication of accurate ship dates to Customer Service
Manages a dynamic, responsive group of individuals in Job Planning, Scheduling, and Plate Making
Must possess exceptionally strong organizational skills
Must be able to creatively manage a rapidly changing production schedule and respond effectively to ever- changing customer delivery requirements
Must possess extremely acute oral and written communication skills
Must possess creative problem solving skills
Must possess strong computer skills, utilizing data analysis tools, data collection tools, especially strong in Microsoft Excel
Uses creative techniques to reduce lead times

Anyone wishing to apply for this position must submit a request in writing to HR Department (Dora Gaither) by 5:00 pm -Wednesday, January 2, 2008.

Various positions - AUSTIN, MN:

Sheet-fed Press Operators - We are expanding our Austin, MN facility and are looking for Press Operators to produce
high quality lithographic label printing.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 2 years experience in a lithographic pressroom operating sheet-fed presses
Basic math, reading, writing skills
Ability to think through the mechanical aspects of press operations
Ability to visibly detect color variations
Various shifts and overtime available
Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs
Fork lift experience a plus
Candidates must have a HS Ed/GED

We offer an excellent competitive benefit package! Send resume & sal req. to HR Mgr., 2300 E. 26th St., Mpls., 55406, email: HR@smythco.com - Subject: Sheet-fed Press Operator Job Opening, or fax: 612-722-1896. No agencies please. EOE

Cutter Operators - This role will operate various cutting machines in the Finishing area of our Austin, MN location.

REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a high school education and 1-2 years experience in printing industry is a plus but not required. Must have basic math, reading, and writing skills, ability to read a ruler and have the ability to tactfully communicate. Must demonstrate reliability through attendance, punctuality and ability to stay in work area and/or workstation. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity. Ability to apply written instructions to machine set-up. Good knowledge of cutter operation and set-up practices. Must be able to perform all duties associated with the Finishing position. Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors. Must be willing to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within supervisory guidelines. Lifting requirements of up to 50+ lbs., must have color vision, be self-motivated and work with little supervision and work well within a team concept. Must be able to do overtime as needed.

If you are interested in applying, please fill out an internal job application. Applications will be accepted through Friday, September 28, 2007 and can be forwarded to Ed Wright, Plant Manager – MN Sheet-Fed.

Finishing Workers - This role will work in the Finishing area in our Austin, MN and performs manual tasks related to the finishing operations.

REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a high school education and 1-2 years experience in printing industry is a plus but not required. Must have basic math, reading, and writing skills, ability to read a ruler and have the ability to tactfully communicate. Must demonstrate reliability through attendance, punctuality and ability to stay in work area and/or workstation. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity. Ability to apply written instructions to machine set-up. Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors. Must be willing to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within supervisory guidelines. Lifting requirements of up to 50+ lbs., must have color vision, be self-motivated and work with little supervision and work well within a team concept. Must be able to do overtime as needed.

Various Positions - MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Shrink Seamer Operator - 2B Shift (W-F Nights) - This role performs manual and machine operator tasks related to shrink finishing operations.

REQUIREMENTS:This position requires a high school education and 1-2 years experience in flexo printing industry is a plus but not required. Must have basic math, reading, and writing skills, ability to read a ruler and have the ability to tactfully communicate. Must demonstrate reliability through attendance, punctuality and ability to stay in work area and/or workstation. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity. Ability to apply written instructions to machine set-up. Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors. Must be willing to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within supervisory guidelines. Lifting requirements of up to 50+ lbs., must have color vision, be self-motivated and work with little supervision and work well within a team concept. Must be able to work overtime as needed.

If you are interested in applying, please fill out an internal job application. Applications will be accepted through Friday, September 28, 2007 and can be forwarded to your supervisor or Kelly Harrington in Human Resources.

Shrink Inspector – 2A Shift (Th-Sa days) and 2B Shift (W-F nights)

This role performs manual and machine operator tasks related to shrink finishing operations.

REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a high school education and 1-2 years experience in flexo printing industry is a plus but not required. Must have basic math, reading, and writing skills, ability to read a ruler and have the ability to tactfully communicate. Must demonstrate reliability through attendance, punctuality and ability to stay in work area and/or workstation. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity. Ability to apply written instructions to machine set-up. Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors. Must be willing to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within supervisory guidelines. Lifting requirements of up to 50+ lbs., must have color vision, be self-motivated and work with little supervision and work well within a team concept. Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Experienced Printing Craftspersons

Smyth Companies' Bedford, VA location in central Va. Is seeking qualified operators for the following positions in a fast paced production atmosphere:

Experienced Polar Guillotine Cutter Operator
Experienced Offset Second Pressman Operator

Rotating shift work required
Reliable
Must possess a strong work ethic and willingness to grow in a team environment.

Send resumes to HR Smyth Companies, Inc., PO Box 609, Bedford, VA 24523 or Fax to 540-587-5521 (EOE)

We offer an excellent competitive benefit package! Send resume & salary requirements to:

H.R. Manager - 2300 East 26th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406 or email hr@smythco.com

Fax: 612-722-1896

No agencies please. EOE