Manager Pre-Press Digital Print

Amsive•Hobart, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Large Format Manager Pre-Press Digital Print oversees end-to-end wide-format production and directly directs prepress department operations. This structural role includes managing daily production scheduling, supervising press technicians, performing exact color calibrations, and maintaining digital front-end RIP software and hardware systems. Beyond daily operational oversight, this leader is highly involved with driving technology innovation—actively researching, identifying, and implementing cutting-edge workflow automation, modern hardware upgrades, and industry best practices. The ideal candidate seamlessly blends technical mastery of large-format hardware and prepress workflows with strong team leadership and a forward-thinking mindset.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of print production management experience
Extensive hands-on knowledge of Offset Printing, Digital Printing, and Large Format Printing
Strong understanding of production workflows, scheduling, and process optimization
Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to balance operational demands with people leadership and quality standards
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to multi-task.
Extensive knowledge of and detailed computer program skills related to all large format pre-press and press activities.
Will directly oversee the Press and Pre-press operators.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on leadership and direct supervision of the Printing Department, including daily scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation
Oversee all production activities across Prepress, and Large Format operations
Collaborate with production teams to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency and throughput
Establish, enforce, and continuously improve quality control standards to ensure accuracy, consistency, and customer satisfaction
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and that preventive maintenance schedules are followed
Promote and enforce workplace safety policies and ensure compliance with all safety procedures
Lead, coach, and develop production team members through training, feedback, and performance management
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and improvement-driven work environment
Partner with HR on performance reviews, disciplinary actions, compliance matters, and employee development
Coordinate production reporting, data collection, physical inventory, and documentation
Uphold strong internal and external customer service standards
Perform other related duties as assigned to support business needs