Décor & Graphics Manager

UFP Industries•Fredericksburg, VA

About The Position

idX Virginia is seeking an experienced Décor & Graphics Manager to lead its large-format printing operations. The manager oversees departmental personnel and equipment and is accountable for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, continuous improvement, customer expectations, and brand color standards. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring technical expertise in large-format digital printing, color science, RIP software, print production workflows, substrates, printer setup and calibration, and preventative maintenance. The role leads the Décor & Graphics team across pre-press, printer operations, fabrication, and assembly; plans labor and capacity; develops employees; and collaborates with Design, Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Finishing, Shipping, and Quality. It oversees the production process from pre-press through delivery, manages color standards and quality controls, and owns departmental equipment performance, maintenance, and reliability. The manager drives process improvement in print quality, color consistency, digital file and asset management, material use, equipment uptime, labor productivity, and on-time delivery. The role also evaluates technologies and equipment, establishes KPIs and operating procedures, and promotes safety and environmental compliance. Success is measured by gross margin, safety, uptime, delivery, labor efficiency, print quality, waste and rework reduction, employee development and retention, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Minimum 7–10 years of experience managing large-format graphics, digital printing, signage, or décor manufacturing.
Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience managing production teams.
Advanced knowledge of large-format digital printing, color theory and color science, ICC profiling, RIP software platforms, graphic production workflows, vinyl applications, and laminating systems.
Demonstrated experience with printer setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
Ability to interpret technical documentation and equipment manuals.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment, substrate, and process challenges.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, ERP, and production management systems.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with EFI Vutek, Canon, Kongsberg, and Graphtec equipment.
Knowledge of G7 color management standards.
Experience using spectrophotometers and color measurement systems.
Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
Six Sigma, Lean, or other process improvement certification.
Experience supporting retail fixture, branding, décor, and environmental graphics programs.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Décor & Graphics team, including pre-press, printer operators, fabrication, and assembly personnel.
Establish a culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Plan labor resources and departmental capacity to meet production schedules and customer commitments.
Develop employee skills through training, coaching, and performance management.
Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Finishing, Shipping, and Quality teams.
Oversee large-format print production from pre-press through finished-product delivery.
Ensure efficient operation of flatbed, roll-to-roll, cutting, thermal welding, laminating, and finishing equipment.
Monitor and improve workflow, throughput, waste reduction, and labor efficiency to meet departmental targets and gross margin goals.
Troubleshoot print-quality issues and implement timely, sustainable corrective actions.
Establish, document, and maintain standardized operating procedures and work instructions.
Manage color evaluation, color standards, printer profiling and calibration, ICC profiles, and RIP software settings.
Verify compliance with Delta E tolerances and customer-specific color requirements.
Develop and maintain color libraries, reference standards, approved proofs, and sample controls, ensuring consistent color across print runs, substrates, and shifts.
Partner with the QA team to develop and maintain inspection, quality, and approval standards.
Own departmental equipment performance, service contracts, reliability, uptime, and performance metrics.
Develop and administer preventative maintenance programs for printers, laminators, digital cutting systems, roll cutters, color measurement equipment, and supporting workflow hardware and software.
Coordinate equipment repairs, service calls, and parts inventories; maintain setup, operation, calibration, and maintenance procedures.
Drive continuous improvement in print quality, color consistency, digital file and asset management, material utilization, equipment uptime, labor productivity, and on-time delivery.
Identify opportunities for automation and workflow improvements; establish KPIs and regularly review departmental performance.
Research, evaluate, and propose new technologies, materials, and equipment to improve competitiveness, gross margin, and use of departmental resources.
Promote and enforce company safety policies, ensure safe equipment operation, and maintain compliance with environmental and hazardous-material regulations.
Lead departmental safety meetings and continuous safety improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Health savings account with company contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Stock purchase program with employee discount
Educational reimbursement
Wellness programs and challenges
Other supplemental benefits
Annual performance bonus opportunity based on Company and specific business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria and individual job responsibility and performance