Operations Manager

USA TODAY Co.•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com Operations Manager Gannett Publishing Services - USA TODAY CO Des Moines, IA Expectations: Responsible for the direct oversight of all pressroom functions, activities and resources to achieve operational goals. Accountable for team performance to achieve and maintain standard operating procedures, on-time performance including product quality and accuracy standards, waste goals and operational safety including OSHA & EPA compliance.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall quality, efficiency and timeliness of the daily pre-press, press and newsprint operations.
Responsible for oversight of pressroom/department staff including hiring, scheduling, training, performance, employee relations, employee development and ensuring that company policies/practices are adhered to.
Serve as a liaison between departments to promote, guide and implement ideas and solutions to ensure that customer service standards are achieved.
Responsible for collaborating with Manufacturing Director on capital project execution.
Accountable to ensure equipment maintenance and repair is completed timely to avoid disruption of production.
Responsible for supply inventory and purchasing.
Responsible for accurate and complete press reports and web portal entries.
Always work in a safe manner and consistently utilize required safety equipment to promote top-of-mind safety awareness.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in leading safety compliance within the department including accident reporting, investigations and follow up.
Complete required annual OSHA safety training programs.
Ensure all machine safety-guards are installed, functioning properly, and in use.
Immediately report any operational concerns, potential safety hazards and all accidents/injuries and near misses to the Manufacturing Director.
Provide timely & accurate reports and information to the operations team and management.
Responsible for communication regarding equipment repairs and/or consumable materials.
Communicate scheduling needs to the Manufacturing Director, assistants & supervisors.