Job Description

Are you ready to Join a Team That Keeps Businesses Moving? If you enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to play a vital role in getting important communications delivered on time, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! At Harlow Solutions, we're looking for a Mailing Technician who takes pride in accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork. No degree required--just a willingness to learn and a proactive attitude. This is initially a 1-year fixed-term contract, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.

About Us

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Harlow is one of the UK's leading suppliers of print management and fulfilment management services to both the private and public sectors. We cover all aspects of a product's journey, from design, sourcing, print, through to finishing, stock management and distribution. Our comprehensive document and fulfilment solutions cover healthcare, councils, police, local authorities, schools, and universities in the public sector as well as private sector organisations.

Our central focus is customer service and our aim is to provide high quality products and solutions. We have provided these solutions for over 75 years and have a proven track record of delivery and supporting our customers with efficiency savings whilst ensuring consistently high levels of service.

About the Role

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As a Mailing Technician, you'll be at the heart of our production process, sometimes operating mailing equipment and using software most of the time to prepare and process a variety of printed materials for distribution. These include direct mail solutions, promotional games for newspapers, scratch cards, and breakopens, each requiring precision and creativity. You'll also support our in-house software projects and troubleshoot any software-related issues in production, gaining valuable problem-solving skills along the way.

What You'll Do

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Develop and refine software for direct mail, scratch cards, breakopens, and promotional games. Support in-house software development initiatives, gaining exposure to multiple project phases. Prepare and process items such as letters, brochures, and promotional materials ready for machine production. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues with mailing machinery or software. Work closely with the production team to meet deadlines and client requirements.

What We're Looking For

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A interest in software solutions that integrate with tangible products. Problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to tackle technical challenges. Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach. Basic computer skills and willingness to learn mailing software. An interest in the printing and mailing industry

What You'll Get:

Hands-On Experience:

Work on real projects from day one, gaining exposure to both software development and the print production industry.

Professional Growth:

Access to training and development opportunities tailored to enhance your skills in a unique, hybrid software and production environment.

Innovative Work Culture:

Be part of a team that values creativity, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 10.00-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay
Application question(s):

Are you able to use Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint at a minimum? Are you able to work a fully office based role? What interests you about working for Harlow Solutions?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person