Responsibilities

• The Production Manager will be responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of press operators by performing the following duties.

• Inspects plates, web, and other materials to be used in producing a job to verify conformance to specifications and is responsible for verifying color match of jobs to job specs. 

• Checks production schedule and verifies plates, inks and other required materials are available in advance of an order going to a Press Operator. 

• Consistently maintains equipment and may make minor repairs when necessary. 

• Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment. 

• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. 

• Responsible for implementing and following Lean Manufacturing procedures and is a member of one or more Lean manufacturing development and implementation committees. 

• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems. 

• Trains new Press Operators on proper and safe use of tools and equipment. 

• Maintains production records in an efficient and organized manner. 

• Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards. 

 
Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Directly supervises personnel in the manufacturing departments. 

• Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or lead experience of at least two years, Flexo Operator experience a MUST with a successful track record for leading teams. 

• Five plus years of production experience in a manufacturing environment. Printing, packaging, or similar industry experience is required.  

• Must be able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals and effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and management.