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Manufacturing/Warehousing positions

York Wallcoverings is always looking for skilled talent to support our manufacturing and warehousing operations. Though at any point in time our needs vary, we recommend that you have a resume on file with us for review when positions do open.

Good applicants for our positions have some level of manufacturing or warehousing experience, working near or with large equipment. They will have good work backgrounds, and reasonable explanations for jobs changes. They have interest in working in a collaborative, team-based environment.

York Wallcoverings is a drug-free workplace and a tobacco-free company. We conduct background checks on all potential new hires. We welcome employee referrals but do not hire family members of current employees.

Interested, qualified candidates can submit their Word.doc resumes to the email address MfgJobs@yorkwall.com. Submitted resumes will be retained for one year.

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Contract Graphic Designer

RoomMates, a market leader in the decorative peel & stick wall decal industry, seeks a contract Graphic Designer to support our growing business. This position will assist the Studio Manager in creating print ready art for RoomMate's international portfolio of products. The role will include developing and executing graphics for new products for both licensed and unlicensed properties.

The candidate will have 3 to 5 years previous experience in a corporation or design firm, have well established people skills and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. A solid working knowledge of Adobe software products is required to produce accurate concepts and products. The candidate must have a keen eye for detail and be comfortable spending time reading and researching market trends, licensor requirements and retailer preferences to help them keep RoomMates ahead in a rapidly changing environment. International and licensed art work exposure is a plus. Opportunity for a full time position is a possibility.

Requirements:

  • Graphic Design related degree (Associates or Bachelor) or related work experience.
  • Proof of working knowledge for both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Working knowledge of digital and analogue printing technologies, channel separations and color theory. Solid understanding of pre-press processes and requirements.
  • Portfolio of previous work / projects.
  • Hand skills for creating product mock-ups and prototypes.
  • Able to work in the office at least 3 days a week.

Personal Qualities:

  • Able to research, analyze findings and interpret trends into workable solutions for RoomMates.
  • Creative.
  • Creative designer – able to start with a "blank canvas".
  • Enabler / Influencing skills.
  • Excellent communication skills – understands and conveys concepts clearly.
  • Highly organized and efficient.
  • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a Design Team.
  • Works & communicates well from a remote location.

Interested and qualified candidates can send resumes to RoomMatesJobs@yorkwall.com.

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Marketing Coordinator/Designer RoomMates

RoomMates, a market leader in the decorative peel & stick wall decal business, seeks a versatile designer with marketing/advertising experience. This position will assist the Studio Manager in promoting RoomMates brand and portfolio products internationally. The role will include developing and executing graphics for advertising, promotional literature & catalogues, marketplace events, trade shows, new product launches, special events and web-based promotional graphics.

The candidate will have 3 to 5 years previous experience in a corporation or agency, have well established people skills and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. A good standard of literacy and numeracy is essential for written communication where accuracy is a must. The candidate must have a keen eye for detail and be comfortable spending time reading and researching web and print based media to help them keep RoomMates ahead in a rapidly changing environment. International work exposure is a plus.

Requirements:

  • A Marketing or Graphic Design related degree (Associates or Bachelor) or related work experience.
  • Proof of working knowledge for both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Working knowledge of web-based graphic design, digital and analogue printing technologies. Solid understanding of pre-press processes and requirements.
  • Portfolio of previous work / projects.
  • Hand skills for creating mock-ups, prototypes and trade show elements.

Personal Qualities:

  • Able to research, analyze findings and interpret trends into workable solutions for RoomMates.
  • Creative.
  • Influencing skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Highly organized and efficient.
  • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a Design Team.
  • Relocation is not available.

Interested and qualified candidates can send resumes to RoomMatesJobs@yorkwall.com.

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Buyer

Due to our continued growth and robust overseas sales, York Wallcoverings is seeking a Buyer to supplement our Purchasing group. York Wallcoverings is the oldest manufacturer of design-leading wall coverings in the United States.

The buyer is responsible for the procurement of top quality products, at the best possible price, and having them delivered on a timely basis. This position works closely with various departments within the company.

Duties and capabilities required include:

  • Sourcing of new vendors, both off-shore and domestically
  • Ability to develop total sourcing/provisioning programs for major customers (including product, packaging, labeling, and labor)
  • Management of purchased product, MRO parts, raw materials, and services, including management of the purchase order process
  • Coordinating and conducting report card evaluations with key vendors
  • Developing and maintaining certificate-of-origin files for purchased items
  • Resolution of purchased product defects with the vendor(s) and processing the required debit memos

The qualified candidate will be a strong negotiator, with both domestic and international sourcing experience. The person will be business savvy, and demonstrate a professional, objective demeanor in his/her dealings with customers and vendors. The candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and 3+ years of related experience.

Interested, qualified candidates should forward their resumes via e-mail to PurchasingJobs@yorkwall.com.

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Regulatory Manager

Due to our continued growth, York Wallcoverings, the oldest wallcovering manufacturer in the United States, seeks a Regulatory Manager to support our R&D and compliance efforts. This position will develop the regulatory and sustainability strategy, objectives, systems and programs and deliver same for compliance with environmental and product regulatory requirements as well as corporate sustainability program objectives. The incumbent will proactively identify, communicate and address changing regulatory and sustainability impacts. He/she will drive improvement of corporate and product environmental performance as required by regulatory and business needs. Incumbent will also develop and maintain regulatory systems including but not limited to Federal, state and local air permitting, waste-water permitting, waste permitting, MSDS, CPSIA, ASTM F963 FHSA, Proposition 65, EMS and EN15102.

Qualifications:

  • Four year degree in a related field (environmental science, chemistry, engineering) with 1 – 3+ years of experience. Experience with federal, state and local air and water pollution requirements. Knowledge of product safety standards ex. CPSIA, FHS, ASTM F963, EN15102.
  • Knowledge of environmental management and sustainability certification systems.
  • Computer literate including MS Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to excel in a team environment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Interested, qualified candidates should submit their resume via e-mail to RegulatoryJobs@yorkwall.com.

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Pre-Press Coordinator

Due to our continued growth, York Wallcoverings, an industry leader in the manufacturing and distribution of wallpaper, is searching for a Pre-Press Coordinator for our manufacturing facilities in York, PA.

This person will provide direct support to all planning and coordination of digital pre-press file and color preparation for production team. The qualified candidate will assure orders are processed within customer service dates, as well as all quality standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Assure production schedules and personnel requirements are established to support order demand
  • Understand key metrics for cost and quality and establish procedures and processes that achieve results
  • Initiate problem solving tools and involve operators in methods to find root causes. Set processes in place to control and monitor solutions
  • Coordinate all file transfer and corrections prior to production
  • Interface with Marketing, Studio, and other departments to understand specification requirements and production needs
  • Efficiently plan and prepare all files to ensure color matching and efficient imposition for printing

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2-5 years experience in a digital pre-press role; commercial offset pre-press experience preferred
  • Thorough knowledge of digital print and pre-press processes in a high energy production environment
  • Must have exceptional skill in Adobe Creative Suite
  • Must be very proficient in troubleshooting technical problems in layout applications
  • Proficiency in the Internet and e-mail
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft 2000 or later, particularly Excel and Word, and ideally Access or similar database
  • Experience working with ICC color managed workflows a plus
  • Grand Format digital a plus

If you are interested in this great, challenging opportunity complete with an excellent benefits package, please submit your resume in a Microsoft Word format via e-mail to: MfgJobs@yorkwall.com or mail to York Wallcoverings, 750 Linden Ave., York, PA 17404. EOE.

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Account Manager - Atlanta

York Wallcoverings, a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of wallcoverings, is searching for an Account Manager to effectively manage its Georgia territory, which also includes Alabama and central Tennessee. Ideal base location is Atlanta. If you are highly motivated with a proven track record for increasing sales, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication, organization, a good sense for color and design, and strong presentation skills and is willing to travel a territory. A proven track record of effective sale results is very important.

If you are interested in this fresh, exciting opportunity complete with salary, incentives, company vehicle, expenses and complete benefits package, please email your resume in a Microsoft Word format to AcctMgrJobs@yorkwall.com or mail to York Wallcoverings, 750 Linden Ave., York, PA 17404. EOE.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

 

York Wallcoverings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The responsibility of every employee, supervisor, manager, and executive to promote equal employment opportunity is a vital part of the company’s culture.

We comply with the principles of providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including, but not limited to: recruiting, hiring, promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, training, social and recreational programs, facilities, compensation and benefits, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination of employment. York Wallcoverings ensures that all aspects of employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, handicap or disability, veterans’ status, genetic information, or membership in any other legally protected class.

York Wallcoverings complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws providing for nondiscrimination in employment.

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Disability Accommodations

 

We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability, provided it does not create an undue hardship on the company. Employees and applicants who feel they need a reasonable accommodation should direct such requests to the Human Resources Department. Upon receipt of an accommodation request, the Human Resources Department will meet with the individual employee to discuss and identify the precise limitations resulting from the disability and any potential accommodation(s). Personnel from the Human Resources Department, in conjunction with the other individuals who have a need to know such information and who assist in the accommodation process, will determine whether any proposed accommodation is feasible. The Company will engage in a good faith interactive process with the employee or applicant to decide on an appropriate and effective accommodation, if possible.

Medical information provided during this process is maintained confidential. The Company will take reasonable precautions to protect medical information from inappropriate disclosure. Managers and other employees have a responsibility to respect and maintain the confidentiality of employee medical information. Anyone inappropriately disclosing medical information is subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.