Job Description

The Operations Manager-Print Production is responsible for all label printing manufacturing processes at all our facilities.Key responsibilities include optimizing the overall efficiency of Operations while managing Press department processes in a safe and efficient manner to meet quality expectations that result in total customer satisfaction.The Operations Manager-Print Production focuses on driving improvements throughout all operations to ensure key safety, quality and production metrics and initiatives are achieved.This role will lead and guide front-line Production Supervisors specifically on process and project management to ensure their focus is on driving results through continuous improvement.This position will also collaborate with Pre-Press, Quality, Engineering/R&D, Maintenance, Sales, and Customer Account Management to deliver on Operational goals and targets, such as Run/Up-Time %, Waste %, Labor, Safety and Quality.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Label print production P+L responsibility Manages the day-to-day printing production environment, establishes, and executes plans to meet or exceed predetermined targets Participates in the daily production meetings and delivers outcomes of these meetings to employees Implements and supports measurements and actions to reduce overall operational costs with a focus on print functions Drives the company's continuous improvement goals and guides the Production Supervisors in effectively prioritizing the improvement activities in their areas. Works alongside Maintenance to research and recommend equipment improvements or replacements. Participates in new customer onboarding meetings internally and externally. Provides insight and direction as required and reports production, design or quality concerns to plant management and Sales Champions safety efforts resulting in superior performance by developing and maintaining an environment of safe work practices and initiative-taking approaches to safety management. Establishes, supports, and promotes the corrective action and continuous improvement systems Establish plans for consistency through implementation and sustainment of standard work practices Ensures the proper supplies, tools, work instructions and equipment are available for all team members Manages personnel in a manner that creates positive morale, encourages initiative, and promotes opportunities Mentor, guide and grow Production Supervisors and Team Leaders into progressive managers who engage employees to make timely and confident decisions, improve efficiencies, and support and implement production improvements Create an environment of accountability at all levels of production Manage personnel issues with HR, Production Supervisors and Team Leaders as required Determine training needs and implement plans to provide training at levels of the manufacturing environment to continue their career growth to further develop their skills Be engaged and committed to employee development through departmental training programs, and role progressionEssential skills and experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing setting with ability to show growth in role and responsibilities over those 5+ years Previous experience developing and managing project and/or department P+L Ability to develop and translate strategies and plans of action - sense of urgency Ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure environment Detail-oriented with an ability to manage throughput, prioritize work and minimize production downtime Logical and conceptual thinking skills to correlate job specifications Must have thorough understanding and working knowledge to manage throughput, capacity and productivity Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be analytical, innovative and decisive Ability to develop productive relationships and communicate effectively with management, peers, plant personnel, suppliers and customers Ability to lead and work in cross functional teams Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision Intermediate PC skills with knowledge of AutoCad Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. Possess a general understanding of business operating systems Ability to coach, train, and mentor employees to grow and develop new skills to deliver positive resultsSkills and experience: Preferred, but not required post-secondary education in electrical studies Deep Knowledge of packaging/packaging productionsWork Environment: Operates in a demanding, fast-paced, people-oriented manufacturing environment with frequent changes and interruptions, and multiple project assignments Works with a variety of people including vendors, customers, employees, team members, and managersRequired Work Schedule: Typically works daytime hours, but will be required to work some late evenings and weekend hours in certain occasions as this location operates 24/7 - 5% of overall time Travel and overnight trips may happen on occasionsPhysical Requirements: Light physical work may be required from time to time 20/40 corrected visionSend your detailed CV to [ Email address blocked ]
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