Printing Supervisor-3rd Shift

International Paper•Conway, AR

1d•$69,500 - $92,600•Onsite

About The Position

The 3rd Shift Printing Supervisor directly supervises hourly employees in the 3rd shift Litho Department and reports to the Printing Superintendent. The role provides supervision, direction, and leadership in safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement to ensure department goals are met. The supervisor oversees daily production of lithographic printed sheets, including hiring, training, work planning and assignment, performance evaluation, recognition and discipline, conflict resolution, and promoting safe, high-quality production and teamwork. The position communicates operational information orally and in writing with crew members, other supervisors, plant management, office personnel, customers, and vendors. It also maintains documentation, reports, and time approvals; reviews projects and layouts before production; monitors and orders department supplies; coordinates jobs with pre-press; schedules shift production and overtime; and ensures preventive maintenance programs are completed according to schedule.

Requirements

At least two years of supervisory experience.
Prior experience in the Litho, preprint packaging, or prepress industry.
Advanced understanding of lithographic press systems and print production workflows.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Prior experience in the corrugated packaging industry.
Experience with G7 color theory.
Demonstrated safety-mindedness and ability to drive a safety culture.
Action oriented; business insight; effective communication; courage; customer focus; talent development; ability to instill trust; and organizational savvy.

Nice To Haves

College coursework and/or related technical courses.
Five or more years of operating a 6-color, multi-unit sheetfed offset printing press.

Responsibilities

Supervise, direct, and lead hourly employees in the 3rd shift Litho Department, supporting safety, quality, productivity, and engagement goals.
Manage daily production of lithographic printed sheets, including hiring, training, planning and assigning work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, promoting teamwork, and resolving conflicts.
Set a strong example and motivate employees to work efficiently and effectively while maintaining a safe work environment and producing quality products.
Communicate operational information orally and in writing with crew members, supervisors, plant management, office personnel, customers, and vendors.
Promote and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and other organizational programs and initiatives.
Maintain required documentation and reports and approve time for direct reports.
Review projects for accuracy and readiness before scheduled production, and read and interpret layouts.
Monitor Litho chemistry, roller, and supply inventory and order supplies as needed.
Coordinate production and job planning with the pre-press department.
Coordinate daily shift production and overtime schedules to optimize staffing and equipment availability.
Ensure preventive maintenance programs are carried out according to established schedules.